December weather forecast
Red Desert, WY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Red Desert, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average low temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Red Desert, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Red Desert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.7 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Red Desert, in December, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Red Desert, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.6 days and aggregates up to 33.39" (848mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Red Desert, Wyoming, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Red Desert notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a average high of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and a low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and the low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Red Desert?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Red Desert, in December, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Red Desert have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Red Desert?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Red Desert?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Red Desert, WY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Red Desert, WY

Average pressure in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Red Desert, WY

Average wind speed in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Red Desert, WY

Average humidity in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (35%).

Average rainfall in December
Red Desert, WY

Average rainfall in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Red Desert, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Red Desert, WY

Average snowfall in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Red Desert, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Red Desert, WY

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Red Desert, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Red Desert, WY

Average UV index in December - Red Desert, 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
Red Desert, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Red Desert, WY

Average visibility in December - Red Desert, WY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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