December weather forecast
Benzien, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Benzien, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28°F (-2.2°C) and min 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). Benzien's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Benzien, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benzien, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:30 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Benzien, is 28°F (-2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Benzien, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Benzien?

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Benzien, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:30 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Benzien?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Benzien, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Benzien, MT

Average temperature in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Benzien, MT

Average pressure in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Benzien, MT

Average wind speed in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Benzien, MT

Average humidity in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Benzien, MT

Average rainfall in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Benzien, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Benzien, MT

Average snowfall in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Benzien, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Benzien, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Benzien, MT

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Benzien, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Benzien, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Benzien, MT

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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