December weather forecast
Deer Lodge, MT

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Weather in December

In December, Deer Lodge is enveloped in the full embrace of winter, with average temperature plummeting to 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The shrinking daylight hours and a chilly wind sweeping across town amplify the wintry feel. Snowfall remains substantial throughout the month, peaking at 6.65in, and adding to the severe cold snap. The cloud cover percentage ascends to the second-highest for the year, while the lengthening number of snowfall days underscores the intensifying winter. Deer Lodge rounds out the year encapsulated in the crisp chill of December, completing another cycle of diverse weather patterns.

Temperature

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a minimum temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Deer Lodge, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.7 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Deer Lodge, in December, during 17 snowfall days, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Deer Lodge, Montana, there are 105 snowfall days, and 49.69" (1262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:54 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

In Deer Lodge, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and reaching a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is it in December?

Deer Lodge in December has an average high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Deer Lodge, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Deer Lodge, in December, snow falls for 17 days, with typically accumulated 6.65" (169mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:54 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Deer Lodge have in December?

In Deer Lodge, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average pressure in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average wind speed in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average humidity in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average rainfall in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average snowfall in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Deer Lodge, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average UV index in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Deer Lodge, MT

Average visibility in December - Deer Lodge, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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