December weather forecast
Dover, ID

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dover, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

In Dover, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In Dover, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Dover, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151 rainfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 18.2 days. Throughout December, 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dover, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.7 days and aggregates up to 61.3" (1557mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:02 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Dover, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Dover?

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) to a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is December?

In December, in Dover, the average high-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dover, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dover, during December, snow falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Dover is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Dover, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:02 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dover, ID

Average temperature in December - Dover, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dover, ID

Average pressure in December - Dover, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dover, ID

Average wind speed in December - Dover, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dover, ID

Average humidity in December - Dover, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Dover, ID

Average rainfall in December - Dover, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Dover, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Dover, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dover, ID

Average snowfall in December - Dover, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 15"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (17.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dover, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Dover, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dover, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Dover, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Dover, ID

Average UV index in December - Dover, ID
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dover, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Dover, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Dover, ID

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

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

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