December weather forecast
Stanley, ID

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A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area
A mirror image of the iconic Sawtooth Mountain Range located in Meadow Creek in Stanley, Idaho, in the famed Sawtooth National Recreation Area

Weather in December

By December, winter is in full swing in Stanley. In this month, cold temperatures linger between 5.4°F (-14.8°C) during the night to 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during the day. As the year winds down with an average snowfall of 16.77" (426mm) accompanied by the year's highest recorded rainfall of 2.09" (53mm), this snowy spectacle creates an ideal atmosphere for a white Christmas. With nearly 58% cloud cover, winter enthusiasts eagerly await the charm and tranquility brought about by this snowy end to the year.

Temperature

December is Stanley's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and lows of 5.4°F (-14.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Stanley, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stanley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.2 days and collects up to 19.25" (489mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.4 days and typically aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In Stanley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With average high temperatures of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and lows of 5.4°F (-14.8°C), December is the coldest month.

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 5.4°F (-14.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Stanley, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Stanley in December?

In Stanley, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stanley, in December, snow falls for 20.4 days, with typically accumulated 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stanley have in December?

In Stanley, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanley?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Stanley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Stanley, ID

Average temperature in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanley, ID

Average pressure in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stanley, ID

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanley, ID

Average humidity in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanley, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 16.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (16.77").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanley, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanley, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanley, ID

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Stanley, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Stanley, ID

Average visibility in December - Stanley, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (3mi).

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