December weather forecastGenoa, NV
December
Weather in December
December in Genoa is a showcase of the heart of winter, with the lowest temperatures and highest snowfall of the year. As the temperature plunges to 37.8°F (3.2°C) and snowfall hikes up to 7.64" (194mm), the city is cloaked under a blanket of frost. The culmination of the year in December also marks the culmination of weather changes, from higher temperatures and sunshine in mid-year to chilly winters. Short days with only 9.5 hours of daylight mark the grey winters typical of this time. Despite the cold, the spell of Christmas holidays infuses a sense of warmth and cheer to the inhabitants.Temperature
December, with average temperatures reaching a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 72%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Genoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Genoa, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Genoa, Nevada, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 41.65" (1058mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Genoa, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.2h of 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Genoa, NV
- Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Genoa, NV
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Genoa, NV
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and October (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Genoa, NV
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).
Average rainfall in December
Genoa, NV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Genoa, NV
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Genoa, NV
- Average snowfall in December: 7.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Genoa, NV
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Genoa, NV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Genoa, NV
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Genoa, NV
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Genoa, NV
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
Genoa, NV
- 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).
