December weather forecast
Hayden, ID

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Weather in December

December brings back the winter season in its full glory, with the maximum temperature sliding to a winter low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The city grapples with a high volume of snowfall, second only to January's figures, recording 13.66" (347mm). The extreme winter weather takes over Hayden, Idaho as the year draws to a close. The combination of scaled-back daylight, an increase in cloud cover, and reduced visibility characterizes the weather conditions. Despite the rigor of winter, the city transforms into a festive wonderland, making it an enchanting time to experience the snowy holiday season.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low of 21.2°F (-6°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In Hayden, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Hayden, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hayden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 22.6" (574mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Hayden, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow. In Hayden, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.8 days and aggregates up to 56.54" (1436mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hayden, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:05 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hayden.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hayden are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Hayden?

December is the coldest month in Hayden, Idaho, with an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

How cold is it in Hayden in December?

During December, Hayden experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hayden?

In Hayden, Idaho, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hayden?

In Hayden, Idaho, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hayden in December?

In Hayden, Idaho, during December, snow falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hayden?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hayden have in December?

In Hayden, Idaho, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hayden?

On the first day of December in Hayden, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:05 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hayden?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hayden, Idaho, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hayden?

In Hayden, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hayden?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hayden?

In Hayden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hayden, ID

Average temperature in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hayden, ID

Average pressure in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hayden, ID

Average wind speed in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hayden, ID

Average humidity in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in December
Hayden, ID

Average rainfall in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hayden, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hayden, ID

Average snowfall in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 13.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hayden, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hayden, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hayden, ID

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

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hayden, ID

Average UV index in December - Hayden, 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
Hayden, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Hayden, 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 13).

Average visibility in December
Hayden, ID

Average visibility in December - Hayden, 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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