December weather forecast
Stanford, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanford, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Stanford experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

In Stanford, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Stanford, in December, snow falls for 17.9 days, with typically accumulated 10" (254mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 snowfall days, and 110.08" (2796mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and a low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stanford, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stanford, during December, snow falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Stanford have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stanford, MT

Average temperature in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanford, MT

Average pressure in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stanford, MT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanford, MT

Average humidity in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanford, MT

Average rainfall in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanford, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanford, MT

Average snowfall in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 10"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (19.29").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanford, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanford, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanford, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Stanford, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Stanford, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Stanford, MT

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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