December weather forecast
Saco, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saco, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). An average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) is observed during December nights in Saco.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Saco, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Saco. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 24.8°F (-4°C) and the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saco?

In Saco, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) 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 in Saco.

How many hours of daylight does Saco have 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 7:40 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saco have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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
Saco, MT

Average temperature in December - Saco, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10°F).

Average pressure in December
Saco, MT

Average pressure in December - Saco, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saco, MT

Average wind speed in December - Saco, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Saco, MT

Average humidity in December - Saco, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Saco, MT

Average rainfall in December - Saco, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Saco, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Saco, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saco, MT

Average snowfall in December - Saco, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saco, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Saco, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saco, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saco, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Saco, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Saco, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Saco, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Saco, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Saco, MT

Average visibility in December - Saco, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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