December weather forecast
Baker, MT

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Weather in December

By the time December arrives, winter has fully set in Baker. The temperatures stand at a chilling low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and a high of 26.6°F (-3°C). Daily snowfall becomes a common sight, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Despite the considerably low temperatures, the city hums with the spirit of the holiday season. In the depths of winter, Baker shines brighly under its blanket of snow, ending the year with a white and serene atmosphere.

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C). Baker reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Baker, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Baker, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Baker, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.4 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Baker, 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Baker?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month in Baker?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Baker, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:20 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Baker, MT

Average temperature in December - Baker, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Baker, MT

Average pressure in December - Baker, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Baker, MT

Average wind speed in December - Baker, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Baker, MT

Average humidity in December - Baker, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Baker, MT

Average rainfall in December - Baker, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Baker, MT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Baker, MT

Average snowfall in December - Baker, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Baker, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Baker, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baker, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Baker, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Baker, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Baker, MT

Average UV index in December - Baker, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Baker, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Baker, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Baker, MT

Average visibility in December - Baker, 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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