December weather forecast
Bowdoin, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Bowdoin, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). In the month of December, Bowdoin records a consistent average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

In Bowdoin, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bowdoin, Montana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.8 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bowdoin, Montana, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bowdoin in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bowdoin, records 24.8°F (-4°C), while the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bowdoin, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Bowdoin have in December?

In Bowdoin, the average day length in December is 8h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bowdoin have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bowdoin is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Bowdoin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average temperature in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10°F).

Average pressure in December
Bowdoin, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average wind speed in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average humidity in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average rainfall in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average snowfall in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average UV index in December - Bowdoin, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Bowdoin, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Bowdoin, MT

Average visibility in December - Bowdoin, 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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