December weather forecast
Cole, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cole, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and max 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

In Cole, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Cole's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cole, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cole, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Cole 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Cole, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cole. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cole?

Cole in December has an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cole?

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

How much does it rain in Cole in December?

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

What is the snowiest month in Cole?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cole in December?

In Cole, Montana, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cole?

The month with the shortest days in Cole is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cole have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cole?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cole, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cole have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cole?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cole?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cole is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Cole, MT

Average temperature in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average pressure in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average wind speed in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average humidity in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average rainfall in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average snowfall in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
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
Cole, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average UV index in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Cole, 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
Cole, MT

Average visibility in December - Cole, 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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