December weather forecast
Big Horn, WY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Big Horn, Wyoming, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Big Horn's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Big Horn reports a consistent average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Big Horn, Wyoming, is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Big Horn is December, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, in Big Horn, Wyoming, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In Big Horn, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.9 days and aggregates up to 46.3" (1176mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Big Horn, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Big Horn is 6.5h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Big Horn, Wyoming. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Big Horn in December?

In Big Horn, in December, the average high-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Big Horn?

In December, the average relative humidity in Big Horn is 73%.

What is the driest month in Big Horn?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Big Horn?

In Big Horn, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Big Horn?

In December, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Big Horn?

December has the shortest days of the year in Big Horn, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Big Horn have in December?

In December, the average day length in Big Horn, Wyoming, is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Big Horn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Horn have in December?

In Big Horn, Wyoming, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Big Horn?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Big Horn?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Big Horn is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Big Horn, WY

Average temperature in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Big Horn, WY

Average pressure in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Big Horn, WY

Average wind speed in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Big Horn, WY

Average humidity in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Big Horn, WY

Average rainfall in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Big Horn, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Big Horn, WY

Average snowfall in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Big Horn, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Big Horn, WY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Horn, WY
  • 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Big Horn, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Big Horn, WY

Average UV index in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Big Horn, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Big Horn, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Big Horn, WY

Average visibility in December - Big Horn, WY
  • 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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