December weather forecast
Monarch, MT

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monarch, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

Monarch, Montana, experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Monarch, Montana, in December, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 10" (254mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 snowfall days, and 110.08" (2796mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Monarch.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

In Monarch, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Monarch, is 24.3°F (-4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Monarch. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Monarch, Montana, during December, snow falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monarch have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Monarch, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Monarch, MT

Average temperature in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Monarch, MT

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Monarch, MT

Average wind speed in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Monarch, MT

Average humidity in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Monarch, MT

Average rainfall in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Monarch, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monarch, MT

Average snowfall in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 10"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (19.29").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monarch, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monarch, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monarch, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Monarch, MT

Average UV index in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Monarch, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Monarch, MT

Average visibility in December - Monarch, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

Monarch, Montana, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location