Jackson Hole · WinterMonth summary
Jackson Hole weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
-11°C – -1°C
🌧 Rainy days
42% of days
☀️ Sunshine
6.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
3.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Jackson Hole in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: Jackson Hole in December: 42% rain, 6.6h of sunshine. Better to wait for July.
By trip type
Jackson Hole in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Low season — lowest prices and frequent accommodation deals Winter in Jackson Hole is cool (-1°C during the day). Days are short (6.6h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | -12°C | -2°C | 43% | 2.3 | 7.0h | 3.5/10 | 8.0/10 |
| 🌨️ February | -10°C | 0°C | 55% | 3.1 | 7.7h | 2.7/10 | 8.4/10 |
| 🌨️ March | -7°C | 4°C | 46% | 2.4 | 10.0h | 4.0/10 | 8.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | -4°C | 8°C | 46% | 2.1 | 12.0h | 4.8/10 | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ May | -1°C | 14°C | 38% | 1.7 | 13.3h | 7.0/10 | 5.4/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 5°C | 22°C | 29% | 1.4 | 14.9h | 8.4/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 10°C | 27°C | 11% | 0.4 | 14.7h | 9.7/10 | 4.7/10 |
| ☀️ August | 9°C | 26°C | 16% | 1.0 | 13.0h | 9.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 5°C | 21°C | 26% | 1.9 | 11.7h | 7.8/10 | 4.7/10 |
| ⛅ October | -1°C | 12°C | 33% | 1.9 | 10.0h | 5.9/10 | 5.8/10 |
| 🌨️ November | -7°C | 4°C | 36% | 2.1 | 8.4h | 4.1/10 | 8.0/10 |
| ❄️ December | -11°C | -1°C | 42% | 2.6 | 6.6h | 3.4/10 | 8.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Jackson Hole averages -1°C, 42% rainy days and 6.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 3.4/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +28°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -31%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +8.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Jackson Hole in December
Is December a good time to visit Jackson Hole?
Yes, December is an excellent time for skiing (score 8.0/10). With -1°C max and 42% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
Can you ski in Jackson Hole in December?
Yes, December is excellent for skiing (score 8.0/10). With -1°C max and 42% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
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