December weather forecast
Choteau, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Choteau, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and max 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

In Choteau, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Choteau is December, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Choteau, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Choteau is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Choteau, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Choteau.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Choteau. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Choteau?

In Choteau, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and reaching a low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

How cold is December in Choteau?

The high-temperature, in December, in Choteau, records 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Choteau?

In Choteau, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the driest month in Choteau?

The month with the least rainfall in Choteau is December, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Choteau?

In Choteau, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Choteau in December?

In December, in Choteau, Montana, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Choteau?

The month with the shortest days in Choteau is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Choteau have in December?

In Choteau, Montana, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Choteau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Choteau?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Choteau, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Choteau have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Choteau, Montana, is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Choteau?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Choteau?

In Choteau, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Choteau, MT

Average temperature in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Choteau, MT

Average pressure in December - Choteau, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Choteau, MT

Average wind speed in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Choteau, MT

Average humidity in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Choteau, MT

Average rainfall in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Choteau, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Choteau, MT

Average snowfall in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Choteau, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Choteau, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Choteau, MT

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

Average cloud cover in December
Choteau, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Choteau, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Choteau, MT

Average visibility in December - Choteau, 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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