December weather forecast
Fernley, NV

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Weather in December

December in Fernley, Nevada is all about celebrating the holiday season against the backdrop of colder weather. The major shift in temperatures from November is exhibited through a brisk average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C). Residents experience increased snowfall, marking at 2.72" (69mm) and reaffirming the presence of winter. December concludes with a notable drop in daylight hours, mirroring a classic winter-time scene. The prolonged nights cradle the promise of a new year, awaiting another round of seasonal transformations.

Temperature

In Fernley, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 39.9°F (4.4°C) at the peak and 26.6°F (-3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Fernley is 68%.

Rainfall

In Fernley, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Fernley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59 days and collects up to 5" (127mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Fernley. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Fernley, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and a low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Is December cold in Fernley?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fernley, is 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fernley, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Fernley is December, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fernley, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:43 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fernley, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fernley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fernley, NV

Average temperature in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fernley, NV

Average pressure in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fernley, NV

Average wind speed in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Fernley, NV

Average humidity in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (22%).

Average rainfall in December
Fernley, NV

Average rainfall in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Fernley, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fernley, NV

Average snowfall in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fernley, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 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
Fernley, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h 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: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fernley, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fernley, NV

Average UV index in December - Fernley, NV
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fernley, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Fernley, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Fernley, NV

Average visibility in December - Fernley, NV
  • 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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