December weather forecast
Leonard Place, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leonard Place, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C), December is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Leonard Place is 84%.

Rainfall

In Leonard Place, Montana, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Leonard Place, there are 111 rainfall days, and 9.25" (235mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leonard Place are January through June, September through December. In Leonard Place, Montana, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Leonard Place, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.8 days and aggregates up to 27.52" (699mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Leonard Place, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Leonard Place, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Leonard Place.

UV index

In Leonard Place, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Leonard Place?

December is the coldest month of the year in Leonard Place, Montana, registering average temperatures as high as 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and as low as 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

How cold is December in Leonard Place?

The high-temperature, in December, in Leonard Place, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Leonard Place?

In Leonard Place, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Leonard Place in December?

In Leonard Place, Montana, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Leonard Place in December?

In Leonard Place, Montana, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leonard Place?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Leonard Place, Montana.

What is the average length of the day in December in Leonard Place?

The average day length in December in Leonard Place, Montana, is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Leonard Place?

On the first day of December in Leonard Place, Montana, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Leonard Place?

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Leonard Place.

How many hours of sunshine does Leonard Place have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Leonard Place is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Leonard Place?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average temperature in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average pressure in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average wind speed in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average humidity in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).

Average rainfall in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average rainfall in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average snowfall in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leonard Place, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average UV index in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Leonard Place, MT

Average visibility in December - Leonard Place, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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