December weather forecast
Middleton, ID

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Weather in December

The weather in December brings Middleton into the full grasp of winter. Succeeding November, the average temperatures continue to fall, allowing for a substantial amount of snow of around 3.7" (94mm). The cloud cover percentage rises to an annual high contributing to the feel of a standard winter month. The residents gear up for the holiday season bearing the harsh cold. December wraps the year in a familiar winter coat, getting ready to begin another cycle in the approaching New Year.

Temperature

In Middleton, December records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 35.8°F (2.1°C) and reaching a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.4 rainfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Middleton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Middleton reaches its average lowest temperatures in December, measuring 35.8°F (2.1°C) at the peak and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is December?

In Middleton, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Middleton, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Middleton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.9 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Middleton, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Middleton have in December?

In Middleton, Idaho, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Middleton, ID

Average temperature in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Middleton, ID

Average pressure in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Middleton, ID

Average wind speed in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Middleton, ID

Average humidity in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (30%).

Average rainfall in December
Middleton, ID

Average rainfall in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Middleton, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Middleton, ID

Average snowfall in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Middleton, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.9 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
Middleton, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Middleton, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Middleton, ID

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Middleton, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Middleton, ID

Average visibility in December - Middleton, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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