December weather forecast
Medicine Lake, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Medicine Lake, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10°F (-12.2°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). During the nights in December, Medicine Lake observes an average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Medicine Lake, Montana, is 87%.

Rainfall

In Medicine Lake, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.3 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Medicine Lake, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Medicine Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.5 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

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 7:29 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Medicine Lake in December has an average high-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Medicine Lake, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Medicine Lake in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Medicine Lake have in December?

In Medicine Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average temperature in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average pressure in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average wind speed in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average humidity in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average rainfall in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average snowfall in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medicine Lake, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average UV index in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average visibility in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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