December weather forecast
Buffalo, WY

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Weather in December

Buffalo, Wyoming welcomes December with shorter daylight hours and a preparedness for the recurring winter. Along with the drop in temperature, a surge in snowfall also occurs, slowly tracing the routes of the previous winter. While average snowfall accelerates recording 2.74" (70mm), residents and tourists enjoy the marvel of white landscapes and festive spirit. Shifting from November, December brings longer evenings, cozying up Buffalo for the winter solstice. It perfectly rounds off the climatic cycle, preparing Buffalo to start anew.

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Buffalo experiences a nighttime temperature average of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Buffalo. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78 snowfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Buffalo, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Buffalo?

During December, Buffalo experiences an average high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo?

The average relative humidity in December in Buffalo is 71%.

What is the driest month in Buffalo?

The month with the least rainfall in Buffalo, Wyoming, is December, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Buffalo in December?

In Buffalo, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buffalo in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Buffalo?

In December, the average day length in Buffalo, Wyoming, is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Buffalo?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buffalo is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Buffalo?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Buffalo, Wyoming.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Buffalo?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Buffalo is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo, WY

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo, WY

Average pressure in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buffalo, WY

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo, WY

Average humidity in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo, WY

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, WY

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo, WY
  • 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo, WY

Average UV index in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo, WY

Average visibility in December - Buffalo, WY
  • 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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