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Alta weather in December (Wyoming, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Alta in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

Temperatures

In December, Alta generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -12°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

Alta in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 110 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Alta. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alta climate page with graphs.

 

Alta, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Jackson, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Alta should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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