December weather forecastPonderay, ID
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Ponderay, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).Temperature
The month of December, characterized by an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is recognized as the coldest.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 91%.Rainfall
In Ponderay, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ponderay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ponderay, in December, during 18.2 snowfall days, 15" (381mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.7 snowfall days, and 61.3" (1557mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:01 pm PST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average wind speed in December: 3.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average humidity in December: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).
Average rainfall in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average rainfall in December: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average snowfall in December: 15"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (17.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in December
Ponderay, ID
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).
