December weather forecast
Loring Colony, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Loring Colony, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Loring Colony experiences an average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Loring Colony is 83%.

Rainfall

In Loring Colony, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Loring Colony, Montana. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Loring Colony is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Loring Colony, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize 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. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Loring Colony in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 24.8°F (-4°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Loring Colony?

The average relative humidity in December in Loring Colony, Montana, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Loring Colony in December?

In Loring Colony, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Loring Colony?

The month with the most snowfall in Loring Colony, Montana, is December, when snow falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Loring Colony in December?

In Loring Colony, Montana, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Loring Colony?

The month with the shortest days in Loring Colony, Montana, is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Loring Colony have in December?

In Loring Colony, Montana, the average day length in December is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Loring Colony?

On the first day of December in Loring Colony, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Loring Colony have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Loring Colony?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Loring Colony?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Loring Colony, MT

Average temperature in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10°F).

Average pressure in December
Loring Colony, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Loring Colony, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average humidity in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average rainfall in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average snowfall in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average UV index in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Loring Colony, MT

Average visibility in December - Loring Colony, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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