December weather forecast
Ballantine, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ballantine, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Ballantine, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ballantine, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.5 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ballantine, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 5.24" (133mm) of snow. In Ballantine, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 31.18" (792mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ballantine, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ballantine, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ballantine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Ballantine?

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and as low as 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

How cold is December in Ballantine?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ballantine, records 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ballantine?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ballantine is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ballantine?

In Ballantine, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ballantine?

In December, in Ballantine, Montana, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ballantine?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Ballantine?

The average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ballantine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ballantine, Montana, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ballantine have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ballantine?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ballantine.

How high is the UV index in December in Ballantine?

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

Average temperature in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ballantine, MT

Average pressure in December - Ballantine, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ballantine, MT

Average wind speed in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Ballantine, MT

Average humidity in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Ballantine, MT

Average rainfall in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Ballantine, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ballantine, MT

Average snowfall in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ballantine, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ballantine, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ballantine, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ballantine, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ballantine, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Ballantine, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Ballantine, MT

Average visibility in December - Ballantine, 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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