December weather forecast
McDermitt, NV

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Weather in December

December in McDermitt, Nevada, marks the return of the city's winter period. Lower temperatures call for warmer clothing, while shorter daylight hours draw longer nights. The city receives an average snowfall of 6.34" (161mm), the highest summation for the year. December’s weather gives the city a white blanket, ideal for winter activities. This cool, festive month concludes the year, offering McDermitt residents hope for a brighter new year.

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year in McDermitt, registering average temperatures as high as 34.3°F (1.3°C) and as low as 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in McDermitt, Nevada.

Rainfall

In McDermitt, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McDermitt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.4 days and collects up to 10.08" (256mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in McDermitt. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in McDermitt. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in McDermitt?

In McDermitt, the average lowest temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

How cold is it in McDermitt in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in McDermitt?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in McDermitt, Nevada.

What is the average humidity in December in McDermitt?

In McDermitt, Nevada, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in McDermitt in December?

In McDermitt, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in McDermitt?

December is the month with the most snowfall in McDermitt, Nevada. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in McDermitt in December?

In McDermitt, Nevada, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 6.34" (161mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in McDermitt?

December has the shortest days of the year in McDermitt, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McDermitt have in December?

In McDermitt, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in McDermitt?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in McDermitt?

December has the least sunshine of the year in McDermitt, Nevada, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in McDermitt?

In December, the average sunshine duration in McDermitt, Nevada, is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in McDermitt?

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

How high is the UV index in December in McDermitt?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in McDermitt, Nevada, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
McDermitt, NV

Average temperature in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
McDermitt, NV

Average pressure in December - McDermitt, NV
  • 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, July and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McDermitt, NV

Average wind speed in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
McDermitt, NV

Average humidity in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (25%).

Average rainfall in December
McDermitt, NV

Average rainfall in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
McDermitt, NV

Average rainfall days in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
McDermitt, NV

Average snowfall in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McDermitt, NV

Average snowfall days in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
McDermitt, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
McDermitt, NV

Average sunshine days in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
McDermitt, NV

Average UV index in December - McDermitt, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
McDermitt, NV

Average cloud cover in December - McDermitt, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
McDermitt, NV

Average visibility in December - McDermitt, 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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