December weather forecast
McCabe, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in McCabe, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 37.4°F (3°C) to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.86" (352mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in McCabe.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in McCabe, the average high-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In McCabe, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McCabe, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McCabe have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:13 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does McCabe have in December?

In McCabe, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in McCabe?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in McCabe?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
McCabe, MT

Average temperature in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7°F).

Average pressure in December
McCabe, MT

Average pressure in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McCabe, MT

Average wind speed in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
McCabe, MT

Average humidity in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in December
McCabe, MT

Average rainfall in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
McCabe, MT

Average rainfall days in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
McCabe, MT

Average snowfall in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McCabe, MT

Average snowfall days in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
McCabe, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McCabe, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
McCabe, MT

Average sunshine days in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
McCabe, MT

Average UV index in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
McCabe, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
McCabe, MT

Average visibility in December - McCabe, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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