Jackson Hole Weather in December 2026: what to expect (0.8/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

Off-season for skiing Jackson Hole — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Jackson Hole. Compared to November: −5°C daytime, 6 pts more rainy days, −1.1h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

2 · low

no protection needed

Feels like

dry air

-11°

Daylight

8.8h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 36

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Jackson Hole is July (9.2/10), 8.4 pts higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is the extreme ski resort par excellence: Corbet's Couloir (entry by 3-6m drops), 50% of the runs black or double-black diamond. Glacial valley dominated by the Tetons.

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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · United States

🗣️LanguageEnglish

💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 27°C

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · -2°C

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 55%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude1924 m

🎿Ski area1924 → 3185 m

⛷️Ski seasonDec → May

🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep

🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended

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Location

Where is Jackson Hole ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

United States

Alpine mountain climate climate with a 9.2 → 0.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

43.48°N · 110.76°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Jackson Hole?

It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.5/10). For hiking/summer: March (8.5/10, 4.0°C).

Can you ski in Jackson Hole in winter?

Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.6/10. Cold temperatures (-2°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.

Is it warm in Jackson Hole in summer?

In March, temperatures average 4.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.

What is the wettest month in Jackson Hole?

October is the wettest month with October has the lowest climate score of the year.

Do you need sun protection in Jackson Hole in December?

The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Jackson Hole (low), with about 8.8h of daylight. No protection needed.