December weather forecastWinnemucca, NV
December
Weather in December
The year ends on a chilly note as December brings December winter to Winnemucca. With an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), the month experiences significant snowfall of 5.16" (131mm), typically over 8.8 days, the highest throughout the year. The shrinking daylight hours and the increase in cloud cover contribute to the cold December weather. The constant wind flow often creates intensely cold conditions, particularly during windy nights.Temperature
The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).Humidity
In Winnemucca, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm PST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average pressure in December: 30.2"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (21%).
Average rainfall in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").
Average rainfall days in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average snowfall in December: 5.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Winnemucca, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average cloud cover in December: 36
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
Winnemucca, NV
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
