December weather forecast
Shepherd, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shepherd, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

In Shepherd, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shepherd is 74%.

Rainfall

In Shepherd, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shepherd, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Shepherd. In Shepherd, Montana, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow. In Shepherd, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.6 days and aggregates up to 32.56" (827mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Shepherd, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Shepherd?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in Shepherd in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shepherd, records 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shepherd?

In December, the average relative humidity in Shepherd, Montana, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shepherd?

In Shepherd, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shepherd?

In December, in Shepherd, Montana, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shepherd?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Shepherd is 8h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shepherd?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shepherd, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:38 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shepherd have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shepherd, Montana, is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shepherd?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shepherd is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shepherd, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Shepherd, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shepherd, MT

Average wind speed in December - Shepherd, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Shepherd, MT

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Shepherd, MT

Average rainfall in December - Shepherd, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Shepherd, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Shepherd, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shepherd, MT

Average snowfall in December - Shepherd, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shepherd, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Shepherd, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shepherd, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shepherd, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Shepherd, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shepherd, MT

Average UV index in December - Shepherd, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Shepherd, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Shepherd, 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 14).

Average visibility in December
Shepherd, MT

Average visibility in December - Shepherd, 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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