December weather forecast
Whitewater, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Whitewater, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Whitewater sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Throughout the month of December, Whitewater observes an average nighttime temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

In Whitewater, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Whitewater, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Whitewater, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Whitewater in December?

In Whitewater, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Whitewater have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Whitewater, MT

Average temperature in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitewater, MT

Average pressure in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitewater, MT

Average wind speed in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitewater, MT

Average humidity in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitewater, MT

Average rainfall in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitewater, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitewater, MT

Average snowfall in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitewater, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitewater, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitewater, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitewater, MT

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

Average cloud cover in December
Whitewater, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Whitewater, MT

Average visibility in December - Whitewater, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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