December weather forecast
Chugwater, WY

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Weather in December

December draws in thicker blankets, warming stews, and festive cheers in anticipation of Christmas and New Year's Eve. Despite the cold, it's a month of celebration and joy. Chugwater Wyoming sparkles under twinkling lights and festive decorations, against the backdrop of white landscapes. Residents revel in a range of winter activities, making the most of the season despite the cold weather. The mercury plummets to its second lowest point with December's average minimum temperature dropping to 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

December, with its average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.9 rainfall days, and 11.38" (289mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chugwater are January through May, September through December. In Chugwater, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.2 snowfall days, and 26.3" (668mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Chugwater, Wyoming.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Chugwater?

The coldest time of the year in Chugwater is December, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is it in Chugwater in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Chugwater, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Chugwater, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Chugwater, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Chugwater are February and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chugwater have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Chugwater, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chugwater, WY

Average temperature in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Chugwater, WY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chugwater, WY

Average wind speed in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Chugwater, WY

Average humidity in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Chugwater, WY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Chugwater, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chugwater, WY

Average snowfall in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chugwater, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chugwater, WY
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chugwater, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Chugwater, WY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Chugwater, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Chugwater, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Chugwater, WY

Average visibility in December - Chugwater, 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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