December weather forecast
Baker, MT

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Weather in December

By the time December arrives, winter has fully set in Baker. The temperatures stand at a chilling low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and a high of 26.6°F (-3°C). Daily snowfall becomes a common sight, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Despite the considerably low temperatures, the city hums with the spirit of the holiday season. In the depths of winter, Baker shines brighly under its blanket of snow, ending the year with a white and serene atmosphere.

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C). Baker experiences a mean temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Baker, Montana, when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Baker. In Baker, Montana, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Baker, Montana, there are 62.4 snowfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Baker.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Baker?

In Baker, in December, the average high-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Baker?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Baker?

January and December are months with the least rain in Baker when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Baker?

In Baker, Montana, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Baker in December?

In Baker, Montana, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Baker?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Baker have in December?

In December, the average day length in Baker, Montana, is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Baker?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Baker, Montana, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:20 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Baker?

The months with the least sunshine in Baker, Montana, are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Baker have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Baker?

January 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 Baker?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Baker is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Baker, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Baker, MT

Average pressure in December - Baker, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Baker, MT

Average wind speed in December - Baker, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Baker, MT

Average humidity in December - Baker, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Baker, MT

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Baker, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Baker, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Baker, MT

Average snowfall in December - Baker, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Baker, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Baker, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baker, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Baker, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Baker, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Baker, MT

Average UV index in December - Baker, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Baker, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Baker, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in December
Baker, MT

Average visibility in December - Baker, 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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