December weather forecast
Powder River, WY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Powder River, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and lows at 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In Powder River, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Powder River, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Powder River, there are 81 rainfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Powder River are January through May, September through December. In Powder River, Wyoming, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Powder River, Wyoming, there are 62.6 snowfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Powder River is 6.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Powder River. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Powder River?

With average high temperatures of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and lows of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), December is the coldest month.

How cold is December in Powder River?

In Powder River, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Powder River?

In Powder River, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Powder River?

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Powder River in December?

In Powder River, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Powder River?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Powder River?

In Powder River, Wyoming, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Powder River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Powder River, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Powder River have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Powder River, Wyoming, is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Powder River?

The months with the lowest UV index in Powder River, Wyoming, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Powder River?

In Powder River, Wyoming, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Powder River, WY

Average temperature in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Powder River, WY

Average pressure in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Powder River, WY

Average wind speed in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Powder River, WY

Average humidity in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (36%).

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Average rainfall in December
Powder River, WY

Average rainfall in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Powder River, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Powder River, WY

Average snowfall in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Powder River, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 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
Powder River, WY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Powder River, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Powder River, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Powder River, WY

Average UV index in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Powder River, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Powder River, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Powder River, WY

Average visibility in December - Powder River, 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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