December weather forecast
Gallatin Gateway, MT

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Weather in December

December sees Gallatin Gateway settling into the winter mode, the coldest month of the year. An increase in snowfall to 11.38in reflects a stark contrast to the clear, sunny days of July. The city reverberates with a festive cheer in anticipation of the new year. Looking forward, January continues on a similar note; freezing temperatures and snow-laden landscapes remain past the new year celebrations.

Temperature

Gallatin Gateway's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gallatin Gateway are January through June, September through December. In Gallatin Gateway, during December, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11.38" (289mm) of snow. In Gallatin Gateway, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.8 days and aggregates up to 91.1" (2314mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Gallatin Gateway, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gallatin Gateway is 4.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Gallatin Gateway?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures in Gallatin Gateway, reaching 24.8°F (-4°C) at the peak and 10.4°F (-12°C) at the low.

How cold is it in Gallatin Gateway in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gallatin Gateway during December are 24.8°F (-4°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Gallatin Gateway?

The average relative humidity in December in Gallatin Gateway, Montana, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gallatin Gateway?

In Gallatin Gateway, in December, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gallatin Gateway in December?

In Gallatin Gateway, Montana, in December, during 18.5 snowfall days, 11.38" (289mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gallatin Gateway?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gallatin Gateway, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gallatin Gateway have in December?

The average day length in December in Gallatin Gateway is 8h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gallatin Gateway?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gallatin Gateway?

In Gallatin Gateway, Montana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gallatin Gateway?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gallatin Gateway are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Gallatin Gateway?

In Gallatin Gateway, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average temperature in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (46.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average pressure in December - Gallatin Gateway, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average wind speed in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average humidity in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average rainfall in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average snowfall in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.51").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average UV index in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Gallatin Gateway, MT

Average visibility in December - Gallatin Gateway, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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