December weather forecast
Big Springs, ID

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Big Springs, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

Temperature

December, with its high-temperature average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature average of 4.8°F (-15.1°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 93%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.2 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through July, September through December. In Big Springs, during December, snow falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 16.38" (416mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 159.3 snowfall days, and 120.47" (3060mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low of 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

How cold is December?

In December, in Big Springs, the average high-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 4.8°F (-15.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 23.5 days. Throughout December, 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index 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 Springs, ID

Average temperature in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (4.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Springs, ID

Average pressure in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Big Springs, ID

Average wind speed in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Big Springs, ID

Average humidity in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in December
Big Springs, ID

Average rainfall in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Springs, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Springs, ID

Average snowfall in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 16.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.83").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Springs, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Big Springs, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Springs, ID
  • 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Springs, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Springs, ID

Average UV index in December - Big Springs, ID
  • 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Big Springs, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Big Springs, ID

Average visibility in December - Big Springs, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

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

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