December weather forecast
Valier, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Valier, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Valier, Montana, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.3 rainfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Valier, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. In Valier, during the entire year, snow falls for 68.2 days and aggregates up to 25.63" (651mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Valier, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

How cold is December?

During December, Valier experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Valier?

In Valier, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Valier have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Valier, MT

Average temperature in December - Valier, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Valier, MT

Average pressure in December - Valier, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Valier, MT

Average wind speed in December - Valier, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Valier, MT

Average humidity in December - Valier, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Valier, MT

Average rainfall in December - Valier, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Valier, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Valier, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Valier, MT

Average snowfall in December - Valier, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Valier, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Valier, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Valier, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Valier, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Valier, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Valier, MT

Average UV index in December - Valier, 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
Valier, MT

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Valier, MT

Average visibility in December - Valier, 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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