December · United States
Best time to visit Jackson Hole in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jackson Hole in December
Average temperature -9°C, 63 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 93% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -9°C
- Rainfall
- 63 mm
- Humidity
- 93%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Jackson Hole scores 8.9/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around -9°C, 63 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tetons rising over wooden-boardwalk town shine through December-March for snow, July-September for trails.
December in Jackson Hole — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)
December averages -9°C (16°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
At 63 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.8 hours of daylight.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Jackson Hole (4th of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jackson Hole in December?
- In December, Jackson Hole averages -9°C, 63 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Jackson Hole?
- December earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jackson Hole in December?
- Expect about 63 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 93% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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