December weather forecast
Joliet, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Joliet, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

Joliet's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and lows of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Joliet, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Joliet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.1 days and collects up to 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Joliet, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow. In Joliet, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 41.77" (1061mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

How cold is it in Joliet in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Joliet, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Joliet, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Joliet, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Joliet, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Joliet, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Joliet, MT

Average temperature in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Joliet, MT

Average pressure in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Joliet, MT

Average wind speed in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Joliet, MT

Average humidity in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Joliet, MT

Average rainfall in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Joliet, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Joliet, MT

Average snowfall in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.81").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Joliet, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Joliet, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Joliet, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Joliet, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Joliet, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Joliet, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Joliet, MT

Average visibility in December - Joliet, 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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