December weather forecast
Hot Springs, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hot Springs, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

December, known for its average high temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Hot Springs, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Hot Springs, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.2 rainfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Hot Springs. In Hot Springs, during December, snow falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 99 snowfall days, and 47.28" (1201mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 8:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. 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

What is the coldest month in Hot Springs?

December, with its average high-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Hot Springs.

How cold is December in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hot Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hot Springs, Montana, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hot Springs?

In December, it is snowing for 19.8 days. Throughout December, 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hot Springs?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hot Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hot Springs is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hot Springs?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hot Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs, Montana, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hot Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average temperature in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average pressure in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average wind speed in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average humidity in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average rainfall in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average snowfall in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average UV index in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in December
Hot Springs, MT

Average visibility in December - Hot Springs, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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