December weather forecast
May, ID

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in May, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low of 8.6°F (-13°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low of 8.6°F (-13°C), December is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in May, Idaho, there are 75.7 rainfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in May. In May, in December, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In May, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.7 days and aggregates up to 18.62" (473mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in May, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in May?

December, having an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 8.6°F (-13°C), is the coldest month in May, Idaho.

How cold is it in May in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in May, is 26.1°F (-3.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 8.6°F (-13°C).

What is the average humidity in December in May?

In December, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

How much does it rain in May in December?

In May, Idaho, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in May in December?

In December, in May, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in May?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in May?

In May, Idaho, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in May?

On the first day of December in May, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does May have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in May?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in May.

How high is the UV index in December in May?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
May, ID

Average temperature in December - May, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
May, ID

Average pressure in December - May, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.24"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
May, ID

Average wind speed in December - May, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
May, ID

Average humidity in December - May, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).

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Average rainfall in December
May, ID

Average rainfall in December - May, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
May, ID

Average rainfall days in December - May, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
May, ID

Average snowfall in December - May, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
May, ID

Average snowfall days in December - May, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
May, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - May, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
May, ID

Average sunshine days in December - May, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (17.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
May, ID

Average UV index in December - May, ID
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
May, ID

Average cloud cover in December - May, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in December
May, ID

Average visibility in December - May, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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