December weather forecast
Altamont, WY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Altamont, Wyoming, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Altamont, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Altamont, Wyoming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.2 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Altamont, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99.3 snowfall days, and 56.22" (1428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Altamont's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and lows of 10.9°F (-11.7°C).

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 10.9°F (-11.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Altamont, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Altamont, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Altamont have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Altamont, Wyoming, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Altamont, WY

Average temperature in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Altamont, WY

Average pressure in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.24"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Altamont, WY

Average wind speed in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Altamont, WY

Average humidity in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Altamont, WY

Average rainfall in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Altamont, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Altamont, WY

Average snowfall in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Altamont, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altamont, WY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Altamont, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Altamont, WY

Average UV index in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Altamont, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Altamont, WY

Average visibility in December - Altamont, WY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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