December weather forecast
Lance Creek, WY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lance Creek, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average high of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In Lance Creek, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Lance Creek, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lance Creek, Wyoming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.7 days and collects up to 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Lance Creek, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Lance Creek, Wyoming, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.6 days and aggregates up to 15.63" (397mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Lance Creek, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 32°F (0°C) at the peak and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) at the low.

How cold is December?

Lance Creek in December has an average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lance Creek, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lance Creek, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average pressure in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average wind speed in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average humidity in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average rainfall in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average snowfall in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average UV index in December - Lance Creek, 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
Lance Creek, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Lance Creek, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Lance Creek, WY

Average visibility in December - Lance Creek, 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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