December weather forecast
Ekalaka, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ekalaka, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

Ekalaka in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a still freezing cold 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ekalaka are January through May, September through December. In Ekalaka, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ekalaka, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.4 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ekalaka, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ekalaka in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ekalaka, is 26.6°F (-3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ekalaka?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month in Ekalaka?

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

How much does it rain in Ekalaka in December?

In Ekalaka, Montana, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ekalaka?

In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ekalaka?

The month with the shortest days in Ekalaka, Montana, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ekalaka?

The average day length in December in Ekalaka is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ekalaka?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ekalaka, Montana, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:23 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ekalaka?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ekalaka have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ekalaka, Montana, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ekalaka?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ekalaka?

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ekalaka, MT

Average temperature in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average pressure in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average wind speed in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average humidity in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average rainfall in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average snowfall in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average UV index in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Ekalaka, 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
Ekalaka, MT

Average visibility in December - Ekalaka, 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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