December weather forecast
Lapwai, ID

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lapwai, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December, with an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lapwai, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Lapwai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lapwai. In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lapwai, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.2 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In Lapwai, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Lapwai, the average lowest temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lapwai, is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lapwai, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lapwai, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lapwai, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:10 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Lapwai, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lapwai, ID

Average wind speed in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lapwai, ID

Average humidity in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Lapwai, ID

Average rainfall in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Lapwai, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lapwai, ID

Average snowfall in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lapwai, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lapwai, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lapwai, ID

Average UV index in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lapwai, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Lapwai, ID

Average visibility in December - Lapwai, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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