December weather forecast
Rim Rock Colony, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rim Rock Colony, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and lows at 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rim Rock Colony, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Rim Rock Colony, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.4 days and collects up to 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Rim Rock Colony, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.3 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Rim Rock Colony, December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 27.1°F (-2.7°C) at the peak and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) at the lowest.

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rim Rock Colony, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rim Rock Colony, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rim Rock Colony, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Rim Rock Colony have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rim Rock Colony, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Rim Rock Colony, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average temperature in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average wind speed in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average humidity in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average rainfall in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average snowfall in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rim Rock 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Rim Rock Colony, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Rim Rock Colony, MT

Average visibility in December - Rim Rock Colony, 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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