December weather forecastHighwood, MT
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Highwood, Montana, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C).Temperature
Highwood's temperature records reveal December as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and lows of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 76%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall in Highwood, Montana. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Highwood, Montana, are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated. In Highwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 29.37" (746mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Highwood.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Highwood, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:41 pm MST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Highwood, Montana, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Highwood, MT
- Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Highwood, MT
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Highwood, MT
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Highwood, MT
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).
Average rainfall in December
Highwood, MT
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Highwood, MT
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Highwood, MT
- Average snowfall in December: 4.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Highwood, MT
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highwood, MT
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Highwood, MT
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Highwood, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Highwood, 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 14).
Average visibility in December
Highwood, 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).
