December weather forecast
Butte, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Butte, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). During December, Butte consistently records a temperature low averaging a frigid cold 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Butte, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Butte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Butte, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Butte experiences an average high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Butte, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Butte, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Butte, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Butte have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Butte have in December?

In Butte, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Butte, ND

Average temperature in December - Butte, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

Average pressure in December
Butte, ND

Average pressure in December - Butte, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Butte, ND

Average wind speed in December - Butte, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Butte, ND

Average humidity in December - Butte, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Butte, ND

Average rainfall in December - Butte, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Butte, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Butte, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Butte, ND

Average snowfall in December - Butte, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Butte, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Butte, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Butte, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Butte, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Butte, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Butte, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Butte, ND

Average UV index in December - Butte, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Butte, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Butte, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Butte, ND

Average visibility in December - Butte, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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