December weather forecast
Jackson, WY

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A calm and clear river and vast green fields approaching the iconic white mountains within the Grand Teton National Park in Jackson, Wyoming
A calm and clear river and vast green fields approaching the iconic white mountains within the Grand Teton National Park in Jackson, Wyoming

Weather in December

December in Jackson witnesses the return of the harsh winter. The mercury continues its descend, dancing around a chilling 5.2°F (-14.9°C) to 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Substantial snowfall of 24.72" (628mm) buries the city under a thick layer of white. The city basks under short daylight hours, with the landscape often hidden behind the cloak of snowfall. As December concludes, it leaves behind footprints of a challenging but enchantingly beautiful winter.

Temperature

In Jackson, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a low of 5.2°F (-14.9°C).

Humidity

In Jackson, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Jackson, Wyoming, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In December, in Jackson, it is snowing for 23.7 days. Throughout December, 24.72" (628mm) of snow is accumulated. In Jackson, during the entire year, snow falls for 173.6 days and aggregates up to 181.26" (4604mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Jackson, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Jackson, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. 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 Jackson?

December is the coldest month of the year in Jackson, registering average temperatures as high as 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and as low as 5.2°F (-14.9°C).

How cold is December in Jackson?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Jackson, is 21.9°F (-5.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 5.2°F (-14.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jackson?

In Jackson, Wyoming, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jackson?

In December, in Jackson, Wyoming, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Jackson in December?

In Jackson, during December, snow falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 24.72" (628mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jackson?

The month with the shortest days in Jackson is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Jackson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jackson, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Jackson?

In Jackson, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jackson?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Jackson, Wyoming.

What is the UV index reading in December in Jackson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jackson, Wyoming, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jackson, WY

Average temperature in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jackson, WY

Average pressure in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Jackson, WY

Average wind speed in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jackson, WY

Average humidity in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jackson, WY

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jackson, WY

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jackson, WY

Average snowfall in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average snowfall in December: 24.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29.33").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.12").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jackson, WY

Average snowfall days in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (24.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.4 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jackson, WY

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jackson, WY

Average UV index in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Jackson, WY

Average cloud cover in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Jackson, WY

Average visibility in December - Jackson, WY
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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