December weather forecast
Stanley, ID

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A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area
A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area

Weather in December

By December, winter is in full swing in Stanley. In this month, cold temperatures linger between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) during the night to 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during the day. As the year winds down with an average snowfall of 16.77" (426mm) accompanied by the year's highest recorded rainfall of 2.09" (53mm), this snowy spectacle creates an ideal atmosphere for a white Christmas. With nearly 58% cloud cover, winter enthusiasts eagerly await the charm and tranquility brought about by this snowy end to the year.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures in Stanley are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Stanley, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stanley, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 19.25" (489mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stanley are January through June, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Stanley. Snow falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 16.77" (426mm) 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 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Stanley are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Stanley?

December is the coldest month in Stanley, Idaho, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average low of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

How cold is it in Stanley in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stanley during December are 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Stanley?

In December, the average relative humidity in Stanley is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Stanley?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.4 days and typically aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Stanley in December?

In Stanley, Idaho, during December, snow falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanley?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Stanley, Idaho, is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Stanley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanley?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stanley?

The average sunshine duration in December in Stanley is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Stanley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stanley is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stanley, ID

Average temperature in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stanley, ID

Average pressure in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stanley, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and October (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stanley, ID

Average humidity in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (44%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 16.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (16.77").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.6 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
Stanley, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanley, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stanley, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stanley, ID

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stanley, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Stanley, ID

Average visibility in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (3mi).

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