December weather forecast
Zurich, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zurich, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and max 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C). Throughout the month of December, Zurich observes an average nighttime temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Zurich is 80%.

Rainfall

February, March and December are months with the least rain in Zurich when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Zurich, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zurich, there are 57.6 snowfall days, and 21.69" (551mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:30 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Zurich in December?

In Zurich, 26.6°F (-3°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Zurich?

In Zurich, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Zurich?

February, March and December are months with the least rain in Zurich when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Zurich in December?

In Zurich, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Zurich?

In Zurich, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zurich?

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

How many hours of daylight does Zurich have in December?

In December, the average day length in Zurich, Montana, is 8h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Zurich?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Zurich, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:30 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Zurich?

In Zurich, Montana, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Zurich?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Zurich?

In Zurich, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Zurich, MT

Average temperature in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Zurich, MT

Average pressure in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zurich, MT

Average wind speed in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Zurich, MT

Average humidity in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Zurich, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Zurich, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zurich, MT

Average snowfall in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zurich, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zurich, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zurich, MT

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

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Zurich, MT

Average UV index in December - Zurich, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Zurich, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Zurich, 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 15).

Average visibility in December
Zurich, MT

Average visibility in December - Zurich, 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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