December weather forecastGlasgow, MT
December
Weather in December
December embodies the essence of winter in Glasgow, Montana, as the weather turns significantly cold, and the landscape gets blanketed in snow. A minimal temperature rise occurs when comparing it to colder November, establishing an average between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) to 24.6°F (-4.1°C). However, snowy days tend to increase in December, making it the most "white" month. Winter sport activities peak during this time due to the city's robust snowfall. December's arrival marks not only the end of the year, but also the zenith of winter's reign in Glasgow.Temperature
The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The temperature in Glasgow dips to an average of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) during December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Glasgow, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.8 rainfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Glasgow, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Glasgow is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (23.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average rainfall in December: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average rainfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average snowfall in December: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Glasgow, MT
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in December
Glasgow, 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).
