December weather forecast
Lakeside, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lakeside, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

In Lakeside, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lakeside is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lakeside, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lakeside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Lakeside. December is the month with the most snowfall in Lakeside. Snow falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lakeside, Montana.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Lakeside, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lakeside are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Lakeside?

December is the coldest month in Lakeside, with an average high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

How cold is it in Lakeside in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lakeside are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Lakeside?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakeside, Montana, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Lakeside in December?

In Lakeside, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lakeside?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Lakeside. Snow falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lakeside in December?

In Lakeside, in December, during 20.1 snowfall days, 12.32" (313mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakeside?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lakeside have in December?

In December, the average day length in Lakeside, Montana, is 8h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lakeside?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lakeside?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lakeside?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lakeside.

How high is the UV index in December in Lakeside?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lakeside is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lakeside, MT

Average temperature in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakeside, MT

Average pressure in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lakeside, MT

Average wind speed in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakeside, MT

Average humidity in December - Lakeside, 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 (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakeside, MT

Average rainfall in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakeside, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakeside, MT

Average snowfall in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakeside, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakeside, 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: 4h and 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakeside, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakeside, MT

Average UV index in December - Lakeside, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lakeside, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeside, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Lakeside, MT

Average visibility in December - Lakeside, 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, March and December (4mi).

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