December weather forecast
Council, ID

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Weather in December

December in Council brings in the winter season with a significant drop in temperature. From November's 37.9°F (3.3°C) temperature, it further falls to 28°F (-2.2°C). The city is once again covered in a snowy blanket, turning it into a winter wonderland. Despite shorter days and chilly winds, Christmas festivities bring warmth and light to the city. As December bids farewell, the residents of Council are fully equipped to welcome the New Year in the heart of winter.

Temperature

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Council, there are 98.1 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 21.1" (536mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.8 snowfall days, and 104.45" (2653mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 28°F (-2.2°C) and a minimum average of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

How cold is it in Council in December?

Council in December has an average high-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Council, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Council?

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Council, in December, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 21.1" (536mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Council, ID

Average temperature in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average pressure in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average wind speed in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average humidity in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average rainfall in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average snowfall in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average UV index in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Council, 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
Council, ID

Average visibility in December - Council, 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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