December weather forecast
Big Timber, MT

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Weather in December

December signifies the full arrival of winter with its sub-freezing temperatures, increased snowfall, and shortest daylight hours. While it can be quite cold, relative humidity increases, and it becomes a treat to gaze at snow-covered landscapes. Just before ushering in the new year, December receives 4.61" (117mm) of snow transforming Big Timber into a winter wonderland. Winter sports, snowy walks, and holiday decorations define December. As the year comes to an end, the promise of new beginnings and another cycle of the four distinct seasons becomes palpable.

Temperature

Big Timber, Montana, notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a high average of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.6 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Big Timber, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.6 snowfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Big Timber's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Big Timber, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) 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?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Timber have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Timber, MT

Average pressure in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Big Timber, MT

Average wind speed in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Big Timber, MT

Average humidity in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Big Timber, MT

Average rainfall in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Timber, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Timber, MT

Average snowfall in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Timber, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Big Timber, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Timber, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Timber, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Timber, MT

Average UV index in December - Big Timber, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Big Timber, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Big Timber, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Big Timber, MT

Average visibility in December - Big Timber, 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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