December weather forecast
Wise River, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wise River, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C).

Temperature

Wise River's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) to a low of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wise River is 87%.

Rainfall

In Wise River, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wise River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.3 days and collects up to 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wise River are January through June, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wise River, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.5 days and aggregates up to 59.8" (1519mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Wise River?

With its average high temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 10.4°F (-12°C), December is regarded as the coldest month in Wise River, Montana.

How cold is it in Wise River in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wise River, records 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 10.4°F (-12°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wise River?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Wise River in December?

In Wise River, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wise River?

In December, in Wise River, Montana, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wise River?

December has the shortest days of the year in Wise River, Montana, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wise River have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wise River?

On the first day of December in Wise River, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wise River have in December?

In Wise River, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wise River?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Wise River?

In Wise River, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
Wise River, MT

Average temperature in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (10.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wise River, MT

Average pressure in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.2"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wise River, MT

Average wind speed in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wise River, MT

Average humidity in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (50%).

Average rainfall in December
Wise River, MT

Average rainfall in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Wise River, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wise River, MT

Average snowfall in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.51").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wise River, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wise River, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wise River, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wise River, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wise River, MT

Average UV index in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wise River, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Wise River, MT

Average visibility in December - Wise River, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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