December weather forecast
Shelby, MT

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Weather in December

As the year comes to a close, December signifies the onset of winter in Shelby, Montana. Low temperatures average around 15.4°F (-9.2°C), bringing harsh cold and regular snowfall. The shorter daylight hours and frequent snowfall of 2.28" (58mm) set the stage for a white Christmas. The city dresses up in festive lights, despite the cloud coverage and snow adding a quintessential charm. Outdoor activities transition to winter sports, with residents heading to the slopes for skiing and snowboarding.

Temperature

December brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shelby are January through May, September through December. In Shelby, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Shelby is 5.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 27.7°F (-2.4°C) at the peak and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) at the low.

How cold is it in Shelby in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shelby, records 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°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 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shelby?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shelby, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shelby have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with 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 Shelby, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shelby, MT

Average temperature in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Shelby, MT

Average pressure in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shelby, MT

Average wind speed in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Shelby, MT

Average humidity in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Shelby, MT

Average rainfall in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Shelby, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shelby, MT

Average snowfall in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shelby, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelby, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shelby, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Shelby, MT

Average UV index in December - Shelby, 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
Shelby, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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

Average visibility in December
Shelby, MT

Average visibility in December - Shelby, 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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