December weather forecast
Cascade, ID

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Weather in December

December ends the year on a cold note in Cascade, with temperatures plunging to a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C) from 28°F (-2.2°C). As winter takes full control, snowfall is abundant, making December a month of winter wonderland landscapes. The spectacle of the festive season, twinkling under the blanket of snow, brings a distinct charm to the city. Despite the biting cold, it's the perfect time to revel in winter sports, warm fires, and holiday festivities.

Temperature

In Cascade, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Cascade, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cascade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Cascade, Idaho, during December, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 21.1" (536mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cascade, there are 93.8 snowfall days, and 104.45" (2653mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cascade.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cascade is 4.5h.

UV index

In Cascade, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Cascade?

December brings the lowest temperatures in Cascade, with an average high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

How cold is December in Cascade?

The high-temperature in Cascade, Idaho, during December is 28°F (-2.2°C) and the low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cascade?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cascade?

In Cascade, Idaho, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cascade in December?

In December, in Cascade, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 21.1" (536mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cascade?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Cascade?

In December, the average day length in Cascade, Idaho, is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cascade?

On the first day of December in Cascade, Idaho, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:14 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cascade?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cascade, Idaho, is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cascade?

In Cascade, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Cascade, ID

Average temperature in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Cascade, ID

Average pressure in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.21"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
Cascade, ID

Average wind speed in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cascade, ID

Average humidity in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Cascade, ID

Average rainfall in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Cascade, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cascade, ID

Average snowfall in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 21.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.07").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cascade, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cascade, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cascade, 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cascade, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Cascade, ID

Average UV index in December - Cascade, ID
  • 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cascade, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Cascade, ID

Average visibility in December - Cascade, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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