December weather forecast
Sanders, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sanders, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

In Sanders, Montana, January and December are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sanders is 75%.

Rainfall

January, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sanders, during the entire year, snow falls for 47 days and aggregates up to 15.83" (402mm) of snow.

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 7:31 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Sanders experiences lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during January and December.

How cold is December?

During December, Sanders experiences an average high-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the driest month in Sanders?

January, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sanders in December?

In Sanders, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanders have in December?

In Sanders, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sanders?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. 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
Sanders, MT

Average temperature in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sanders, MT

Average pressure in December - Sanders, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sanders, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sanders, MT

Average humidity in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Sanders, MT

Average rainfall in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Sanders, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sanders, MT

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sanders, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanders, 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: 5h and 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sanders, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Sanders, MT

Average UV index in December - Sanders, 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
Sanders, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Sanders, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Sanders, MT

Average visibility in December - Sanders, 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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