December weather forecast
Roundup, MT

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Weather in December

December in Roundup, Montana, brings in full-fledged winter with the mercury plummeting to a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and highs barely crossing 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Cold winds sweep through the city, along with an increase in snowfall from November to 2.72" (69mm). The daylight hours contract to their shortest, and clear skies are often shrouded by a blanket of clouds. Weather in December is dominated by a chilling cold, all-encompassing snow, and brisk winds.

Temperature

In Roundup, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Roundup, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Roundup, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.3 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Roundup. In Roundup, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Roundup, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 18.58" (472mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Roundup, Montana, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Roundup, Montana, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Roundup.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Roundup?

During the coldest month in Roundup, December, temperatures average a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is December in Roundup?

Roundup in December has an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Roundup?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Roundup in December?

In Roundup, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Roundup?

In Roundup, Montana, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Roundup?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Roundup, Montana.

What is the average length of the day in December in Roundup?

The average day length in December in Roundup, Montana, is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Roundup?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Roundup, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:37 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Roundup?

The months with the least sunshine in Roundup, Montana, are February and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Roundup?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Roundup?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Roundup?

In Roundup, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Roundup, MT

Average temperature in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Roundup, MT

Average pressure in December - Roundup, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Roundup, MT

Average wind speed in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Roundup, MT

Average humidity in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in December
Roundup, MT

Average rainfall in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Roundup, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Roundup, MT

Average snowfall in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Roundup, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Roundup, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Roundup, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Roundup, MT

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Roundup, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Roundup, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Roundup, MT

Average visibility in December - Roundup, 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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