December weather forecast
Dodson, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dodson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and min 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). An average low-temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Dodson. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dodson.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Dodson, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dodson?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dodson, records 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dodson?

The average relative humidity in December in Dodson, Montana, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Dodson?

The months with the least rainfall in Dodson are February and December Rain falls for 4 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Dodson?

In Dodson, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Dodson?

The month with the most snowfall in Dodson, Montana, is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Dodson?

In Dodson, Montana, during December, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dodson?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Dodson?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dodson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:28 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dodson have in December?

In Dodson, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Dodson is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Dodson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dodson is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dodson, MT

Average temperature in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dodson, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dodson, MT

Average wind speed in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Dodson, MT

Average humidity in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Dodson, MT

Average rainfall in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Dodson, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dodson, MT

Average snowfall in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dodson, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dodson, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dodson, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dodson, MT

Average UV index in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dodson, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Dodson, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Dodson, MT

Average visibility in December - Dodson, 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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