December weather forecast
Kalispell, MT

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A gorgeous sunset over the tranquil city of Kalispell, Montana
A gorgeous sunset over the tranquil city of Kalispell, Montana

Weather in December

December witnesses the onset of winter in full swing in Kalispell. This is the month when the landscape is painted white with significant snowfall. The short daylight hours and the less frequent sunshine contribute to the typical chill of the holiday season. When it comes to weather specifics for December, Kalispell reckons with 10.79" (274mm) of snowfall, 1.65" (42mm) of rainfall, and temperatures rotating from 14.7°F (-9.6°C) to 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The city signs off the year under a thick blanket of snow, ushering in the New Year with twinkling lights reflecting off the snowy landscape.

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Kalispell, with averages ranging from a high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to a low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kalispell is 90%.

Rainfall

In Kalispell, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Kalispell. In Kalispell, in December, snow falls for 21.5 days, with typically accumulated 10.79" (274mm) of snow. In Kalispell, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.7 days and aggregates up to 51.34" (1304mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Kalispell, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kalispell is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Kalispell?

With an average high-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C), December is the coldest month.

How cold is December in Kalispell?

In Kalispell, 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Kalispell?

In Kalispell, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in Kalispell in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kalispell in December?

In Kalispell, Montana, in December, snow falls for 21.5 days, with typically accumulated 10.79" (274mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kalispell?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Kalispell have in December?

In Kalispell, the average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kalispell?

On the first day of December in Kalispell, Montana, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kalispell?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kalispell, Montana, is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kalispell?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kalispell?

In Kalispell, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kalispell, MT

Average temperature in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (46.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kalispell, MT

Average pressure in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kalispell, MT

Average wind speed in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kalispell, MT

Average humidity in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kalispell, MT

Average rainfall in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kalispell, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kalispell, MT

Average snowfall in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kalispell, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.5 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
Kalispell, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kalispell, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kalispell, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Kalispell, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Kalispell, MT

Average visibility in December - Kalispell, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).

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