December weather forecast
Whitehall, MT

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December brings back the full-blown winter weather to Whitehall. With 4.5" (114mm) of snowfall, this month mirrors January — the year comes full circle. Daylight hours are at their shortest and temperatures at their lowest, enhancing the festive wintry feeling. December's cold weather, coupled with the snow-dusted landscape, offers a picture-perfect close to the year USA.

Temperature

Whitehall's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). In Whitehall, the December nights cool down to an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Rainfall

Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 9.41" (239mm) of rain is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Whitehall, Montana, in December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Whitehall, Montana, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 26.61" (676mm).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Whitehall, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Whitehall, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

How much does it rain in Whitehall in December?

Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whitehall have in December?

In Whitehall, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Whitehall?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Average temperature in December
Whitehall, MT

Average temperature in December - Whitehall, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.6°F).

Average rainfall in December
Whitehall, MT

Average rainfall in December - Whitehall, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.2").

Average snowfall in December
Whitehall, MT

Average snowfall in December - Whitehall, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average daylight in December
Whitehall, MT

Average daylight in December - Whitehall, 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).

Whitehall, Montana, USA

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