December weather forecast
Pocatello, ID

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A clear, winding road in the hilly landscape leading to Pocatello, Idaho, with scenic mountains seen in the distance

Weather in December

December in Pocatello, Idaho, welcomes the true essence of winter with its frigid temperatures and beautiful snowfall. Indeed, climatological data supports this with the high temperature plunging to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C), lower than November's 43°F (6.1°C). Iconic Christmas celebrations imbue enthusiasm in citizens, despite the reduced daylight hours. Despite the chill, the splendor of twinkling lights and the warmth of spirits keep the city alive. By the close of the year, Pocatello holds its head high, promising a new beginning with the onset of another year.

Temperature

December is Pocatello's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and lows of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pocatello is 84%.

Rainfall

In Pocatello, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.1 rainfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70.2 snowfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Pocatello, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

In Pocatello, 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.8°F (-7.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pocatello, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pocatello, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:05 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pocatello?

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

Average temperature in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pocatello, ID

Average pressure in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.26"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pocatello, ID

Average wind speed in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Pocatello, ID

Average humidity in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Pocatello, ID

Average rainfall in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Pocatello, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pocatello, ID

Average snowfall in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pocatello, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pocatello, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pocatello, ID

Average UV index in December - Pocatello, ID
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pocatello, ID

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Pocatello, ID

Average visibility in December - Pocatello, 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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