December weather forecast
Moorcroft, WY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Moorcroft, Wyoming, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and max 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

Moorcroft's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Moorcroft, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.9 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Moorcroft, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Moorcroft, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 19.53" (496mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a minimum average of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

How cold is it in December?

Moorcroft in December has an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°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 August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Moorcroft, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Moorcroft, Wyoming, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Moorcroft, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorcroft have in December?

In Moorcroft, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, April, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Moorcroft is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average temperature in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average pressure in December - Moorcroft, 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
Moorcroft, WY

Average wind speed in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average humidity in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average rainfall in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average snowfall in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moorcroft, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Moorcroft, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average UV index in December - Moorcroft, 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, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Moorcroft, WY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Moorcroft, WY

Average visibility in December - Moorcroft, 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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