December weather forecast
Red Desert, WY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Red Desert, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and an average high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

December stands out as Red Desert's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Red Desert is 81%.

Rainfall

In Red Desert, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 81.7 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Red Desert, during December, snow falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80.6 snowfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Red Desert is 5.9h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Red Desert?

Red Desert, Wyoming, reaches its average lowest temperatures in December, measuring 26.4°F (-3.1°C) at the peak and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is December in Red Desert?

In Red Desert, 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Red Desert?

The average relative humidity in December in Red Desert is 81%.

How much does it rain in Red Desert in December?

In Red Desert, Wyoming, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Red Desert in December?

In Red Desert, Wyoming, during December, snow falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Red Desert?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Red Desert, Wyoming.

How many hours of daylight does Red Desert have in December?

In December, the average day length in Red Desert is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Red Desert?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Red Desert, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Desert have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Red Desert?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Red Desert?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Red Desert is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Red Desert, WY

Average temperature in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Red Desert, WY

Average pressure in December - Red Desert, WY
  • 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Red Desert, WY

Average wind speed in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Red Desert, WY

Average humidity in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (35%).

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Average rainfall in December
Red Desert, WY

Average rainfall in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Red Desert, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Red Desert, WY

Average snowfall in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Red Desert, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.6 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
Red Desert, WY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Red Desert, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Red Desert, WY

Average UV index in December - Red Desert, 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
Red Desert, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Red Desert, WY

Average visibility in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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