December weather forecast
Moorcroft, WY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Moorcroft witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Moorcroft, in December, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moorcroft, Wyoming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Moorcroft. 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

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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, in Moorcroft, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Moorcroft?

In Moorcroft, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

How cold is December in Moorcroft?

During December, Moorcroft experiences an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Moorcroft?

The average relative humidity in December in Moorcroft, Wyoming, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Moorcroft 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?

In Moorcroft, Wyoming, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moorcroft?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Moorcroft?

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, in Moorcroft, Wyoming, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:31 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorcroft have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Moorcroft, Wyoming, is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Moorcroft?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Moorcroft?

In Moorcroft, Wyoming, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's 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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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