December weather forecast
American Falls, ID

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December brings American Falls back to solid winter footing with temperatures dropping to a chilly 18°F (-7.8°C). The increase in snowfall to its annual high of 5.28" (134mm) paints a picture of a white Christmas. Short daylight hours and extended nights characterize the winter solstice period. With decreasing sunlight hours, the UV index falls to an annual low of 1. Atmospheric pressure experiences an uptick to 30.26 in, ensuring a festive and frosty end to the year in the town.

Temperature

December, with its average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month in American Falls.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In American Falls, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In American Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.7 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in American Falls, Idaho. In American Falls, in December, snow falls for 13.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in American Falls, there are 57.1 snowfall days, and 25.2" (640mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in American Falls?

December proves to be the coldest month in American Falls, recording an average maximum temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

How cold is it in American Falls in December?

During December, American Falls experiences an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in American Falls?

In American Falls, Idaho, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in American Falls in December?

In American Falls, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in American Falls?

In American Falls, Idaho, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in American Falls?

The month with the shortest days in American Falls is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does American Falls have in December?

In December, the average day length in American Falls, Idaho, is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in American Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in American Falls?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in American Falls?

The month with the lowest UV index in American Falls, Idaho, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in American Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
American Falls, ID

Average temperature in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (18°F).

Average pressure in December
American Falls, ID

Average pressure in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.26"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
American Falls, ID

Average wind speed in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (7mph).

Average humidity in December
American Falls, ID

Average humidity in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (32%).

Average rainfall in December
American Falls, ID

Average rainfall in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
American Falls, ID

Average rainfall days in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
American Falls, ID

Average snowfall in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
American Falls, ID

Average snowfall days in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
American Falls, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - American Falls, ID
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
American Falls, ID

Average sunshine days in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
American Falls, ID

Average UV index in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
American Falls, ID

Average cloud cover in December - American Falls, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
American Falls, ID

Average visibility in December - American Falls, ID
  • 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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