December weather forecast
Scobey, MT

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Weather in December

December in Scobey, Montana celebrates winter with temperatures spanning 10°F (-12.2°C) to 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Snowfall is rampant, transforming the city into a winter wonderland, ideal for holiday celebrations. The prolonged nights and shortened daylight hours encapsulate the charm of the winter season. With the blow of cool winds and snowflakes floating in the air, Scobey bids the year goodbye. Despite the biting cold, the festive atmosphere in December adds warmth to the overall ambiance in the city.

Temperature

Scobey's transition into December is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Throughout December nights, Scobey registers an average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.3 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Scobey, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.5 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In Scobey, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Scobey, in December, the average high-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Scobey?

In Scobey, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Scobey, Montana, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Scobey, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:15 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Scobey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Scobey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Scobey, MT

Average temperature in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Scobey, MT

Average pressure in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Scobey, MT

Average wind speed in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Scobey, MT

Average humidity in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Scobey, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Scobey, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scobey, MT

Average snowfall in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Scobey, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scobey, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scobey, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Scobey, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Scobey, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Scobey, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Scobey, MT

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

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

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