December weather forecast
Council, ID

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Weather in December

December in Council brings in the winter season with a significant drop in temperature. From November's 37.9°F (3.3°C) temperature, it further falls to 28°F (-2.2°C). The city is once again covered in a snowy blanket, turning it into a winter wonderland. Despite shorter days and chilly winds, Christmas festivities bring warmth and light to the city. As December bids farewell, the residents of Council are fully equipped to welcome the New Year in the heart of winter.

Temperature

Council records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Council, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Council, Idaho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Council, in December, snow falls for 16.3 days, with typically accumulated 21.1" (536mm) of snow. In Council, Idaho, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.8 days and aggregates up to 104.45" (2653mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Council.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Council, Idaho, is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Council?

December tends to be the coldest month in Council, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

How cold is December in Council?

December temperatures in Council, Idaho, vary between a high-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Council?

In Council, Idaho, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Council?

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Council?

In Council, Idaho, in December, during 16.3 snowfall days, 21.1" (536mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Council?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Council have in December?

The average day length in December in Council, Idaho, is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Council?

On the first day of December in Council, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Council have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Council is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Council?

In Council, Idaho, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Council, ID

Average temperature in December - Council, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Council, ID

Average pressure in December - Council, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Council, ID

Average wind speed in December - Council, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Council, ID

Average humidity in December - Council, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
Council, ID

Average rainfall in December - Council, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Council, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Council, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Council, ID

Average snowfall in December - Council, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 21.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (23.07").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Council, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Council, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17 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
Council, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Council, ID
  • 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Council, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Council, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Council, ID

Average UV index in December - Council, ID
  • 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Council, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Council, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Council, ID

Average visibility in December - Council, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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