December weather forecast
New Plymouth, ID

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New Plymouth, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In New Plymouth, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In New Plymouth, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In New Plymouth, Idaho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.4 days and collects up to 10.2" (259mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Plymouth are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:19 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 35.8°F (2.1°C) and lows at 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in New Plymouth, records 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Plymouth, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in New Plymouth?

In New Plymouth, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Plymouth?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Plymouth have in December?

In New Plymouth, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in New Plymouth, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 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 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in New Plymouth?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Plymouth, ID

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average pressure in December - New Plymouth, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average wind speed in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average humidity in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average rainfall in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average rainfall days in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average snowfall in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average snowfall days in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 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
New Plymouth, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Plymouth, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average sunshine days in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average UV index in December - New Plymouth, 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
New Plymouth, ID

Average cloud cover in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
New Plymouth, ID

Average visibility in December - New Plymouth, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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