December weather forecast
Augusta, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Augusta, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Augusta, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Augusta, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 21.26" (540mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With an average high-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C), December is the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Augusta, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Augusta, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Augusta, Montana, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Augusta have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Augusta, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:48 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Augusta have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Augusta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Augusta, MT

Average temperature in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Augusta, MT

Average pressure in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Augusta, MT

Average wind speed in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Augusta, MT

Average humidity in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Augusta, MT

Average rainfall in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Augusta, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Augusta, MT

Average snowfall in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Augusta, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Augusta, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Augusta, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Augusta, MT

Average UV index in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Augusta, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Augusta, MT

Average visibility in December - Augusta, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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