December weather forecast
Hope, ID

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hope, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

Hope experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Hope, during December, snow falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow. In Hope, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.8 days and aggregates up to 60" (1524mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:01 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Hope, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Hope, December is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is it in December?

During December, Hope experiences an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hope, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hope, during December, snow falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hope, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hope have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:01 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hope, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hope, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hope, ID

Average temperature in December - Hope, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Hope, ID

Average pressure in December - Hope, 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
Hope, ID

Average wind speed in December - Hope, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hope, ID

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Hope, ID

Average rainfall in December - Hope, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Hope, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hope, ID

Average snowfall in December - Hope, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 15.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hope, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hope, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hope, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hope, ID

Average UV index in December - Hope, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hope, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Hope, ID

Average visibility in December - Hope, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

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

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