December weather forecast
Highwood, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Highwood, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

Highwood's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Highwood, Montana. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Highwood, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. In Highwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Highwood.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Highwood, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Highwood, Montana, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Highwood?

Temperature records in Highwood mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows at 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in Highwood in December?

In Highwood, in December, the average high-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Highwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Highwood is 76%.

What is the driest month in Highwood?

The month with the least rainfall in Highwood, Montana, is December, when the rain falls for 5.8 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Highwood in December?

In Highwood, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Highwood in December?

In Highwood, Montana, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Highwood have in December?

In December, the average day length in Highwood is 8h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Highwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highwood, Montana, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Highwood?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Highwood, Montana.

How many hours of sunshine does Highwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Highwood is 5.5h.

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

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Highwood?

In Highwood, Montana, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Highwood, MT

Average temperature in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Highwood, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Highwood, MT

Average wind speed in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Highwood, MT

Average humidity in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Highwood, MT

Average rainfall in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Highwood, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highwood, MT

Average snowfall in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highwood, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Highwood, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Highwood, MT

Average UV index in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Highwood, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Highwood, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Highwood, MT

Average visibility in December - Highwood, 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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