December weather forecast
Kicking Horse, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kicking Horse, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and an average high of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Kicking Horse experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.4°F (-2°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In Kicking Horse, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Kicking Horse, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.9 rainfall days, and 13.5" (343mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kicking Horse, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow. In Kicking Horse, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.1 days and aggregates up to 28.27" (718mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kicking Horse. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

December, known for its average high temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average low temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kicking Horse, records 28.4°F (-2°C), while the low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kicking Horse, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kicking Horse?

The average day length in December in Kicking Horse is 8h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kicking Horse?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:55 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kicking Horse have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average temperature in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average pressure in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average wind speed in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and December (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average humidity in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average rainfall in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average snowfall in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kicking Horse, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average UV index in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Kicking Horse, MT

Average visibility in December - Kicking Horse, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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