December weather forecast
Fernley, NV

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Weather in December

December in Fernley, Nevada is all about celebrating the holiday season against the backdrop of colder weather. The major shift in temperatures from November is exhibited through a brisk average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C). Residents experience increased snowfall, marking at 2.72" (69mm) and reaffirming the presence of winter. December concludes with a notable drop in daylight hours, mirroring a classic winter-time scene. The prolonged nights cradle the promise of a new year, awaiting another round of seasonal transformations.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures in Fernley occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Fernley, Nevada, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Fernley, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fernley, there are 59 rainfall days, and 5" (127mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Fernley, Nevada, is December, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fernley are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Fernley?

The coldest month in Fernley, Nevada, is December, with an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Is it cold in Fernley during December?

During December, Fernley experiences an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fernley?

In Fernley, Nevada, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fernley?

In Fernley, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Fernley?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Fernley, Nevada. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Fernley?

In Fernley, Nevada, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fernley?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fernley, Nevada.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fernley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fernley, Nevada, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fernley?

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fernley.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fernley?

In Fernley, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fernley?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fernley, Nevada.

What is the UV index reading in December in Fernley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fernley, NV

Average temperature in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fernley, NV

Average pressure in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fernley, NV

Average wind speed in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fernley, NV

Average humidity in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (22%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fernley, NV

Average rainfall in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fernley, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fernley, NV

Average snowfall in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fernley, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fernley, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fernley, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fernley, NV

Average UV index in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fernley, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in December
Fernley, NV

Average visibility in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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