December weather forecast
Afton, WY

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Weather in December

December rings in winter in Afton with the mercury dipping to its lowest and snowfall amassing to 15.51" (394mm). The city gets a white makeover and dives into the spirit of the Holiday season. Events associated with Christmas bring a festive ambiance all around. Despite the severe cold and heavy snowfall, the joyful cheer and vibrancy that December brings is singular and unmatched in its charm.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low of 6.6°F (-14.1°C), December stands out as the coldest month in Afton, Wyoming.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Afton, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Afton. In Afton, in December, during 21.7 snowfall days, 15.51" (394mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.9 days and aggregates up to 106.65" (2709mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Afton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Afton, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Afton is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Afton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Afton?

December stands out as Afton's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

How cold is it in Afton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Afton, is 24.1°F (-4.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 6.6°F (-14.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Afton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Afton is 90%.

How much does it rain in Afton in December?

In Afton, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Afton in December?

In Afton, in December, snow falls for 21.7 days, with typically accumulated 15.51" (394mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Afton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Afton have in December?

In Afton, Wyoming, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Afton?

On the first day of December in Afton, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:00 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Afton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Afton is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Afton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Afton are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Afton?

In Afton, Wyoming, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Afton, WY

Average temperature in December - Afton, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Afton, WY

Average pressure in December - Afton, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Afton, WY

Average wind speed in December - Afton, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Afton, WY

Average humidity in December - Afton, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

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Average rainfall in December
Afton, WY

Average rainfall in December - Afton, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Afton, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Afton, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Afton, WY

Average snowfall in December - Afton, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 15.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19.96").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Afton, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Afton, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.7 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
Afton, WY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Afton, WY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Afton, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Afton, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Afton, WY

Average UV index in December - Afton, WY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Afton, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Afton, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in December
Afton, WY

Average visibility in December - Afton, WY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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