December weather forecast
Buffalo, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

During February and December, Buffalo registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Buffalo, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 45.51" (1156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Buffalo, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The coldest period falls in February and December, when the average high-temperature reaches 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°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 77%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, Montana, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Buffalo, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo, MT

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buffalo, MT

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, April and October (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo, MT

Average humidity in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.13").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo, MT

Average UV index in December - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo, MT

Average visibility in December - Buffalo, 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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