December weather forecast
Mill Iron, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Mill Iron, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and max 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Mill Iron's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C). In the month of December, Mill Iron witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In Mill Iron, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.4 snowfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Mill Iron are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Mill Iron, the average high-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mill Iron, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Mill Iron?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mill Iron, Montana, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mill Iron, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mill Iron have in December?

In Mill Iron, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mill Iron?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mill Iron?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Mill Iron is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average temperature in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mill Iron, MT

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average wind speed in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average humidity in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average rainfall in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average snowfall in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average UV index in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Mill Iron, MT

Average visibility in December - Mill Iron, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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