December weather forecast
Wolf Creek, MT

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Weather in December

December in Wolf Creek ushers in the winter chill with a bang, known for freezing temperatures and consistent snowfall. The temperatures sink to the second lowest point in the year, almost touching the 28.4°F (-2°C) mark. The festive winter landscape, decked with Christmas decorations and lights, offsets the severity of the biting cold. The town receives only approximately 8.6 hours of daylight, contributing to the winter charm. Despite the cold winter nights, the holiday cheer keeps the spirit of Wolf Creek residents warmed up.

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 28.4°F (-2°C) and as low as 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

In Wolf Creek, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wolf Creek, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wolf Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, in Wolf Creek, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 31.89" (810mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Wolf Creek, the average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 28.4°F (-2°C) at the peak and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) at the low.

How cold is it in December?

In Wolf Creek, 28.4°F (-2°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wolf Creek, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wolf Creek, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average temperature in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average pressure in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average wind speed in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average humidity in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).

Average rainfall in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average rainfall in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average snowfall in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wolf Creek, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average UV index in December - Wolf Creek, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Wolf Creek, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Wolf Creek, MT

Average visibility in December - Wolf Creek, 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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