December weather forecast
Medicine Lake, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Medicine Lake, Montana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10°F (-12.2°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Medicine Lake sees a steady low-temperature average of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Medicine Lake is 87%.

Rainfall

In Medicine Lake, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Medicine Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.3 days and collects up to 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Medicine Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.5 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Medicine Lake is 4.2h.

UV index

In Medicine Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Medicine Lake?

During December, Medicine Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Medicine Lake?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Medicine Lake?

In December, in Medicine Lake, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Medicine Lake in December?

In Medicine Lake, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Medicine Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Medicine Lake, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Medicine Lake have in December?

In Medicine Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Medicine Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Medicine Lake?

The average sunshine duration in December in Medicine Lake is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Medicine Lake?

In Medicine Lake, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average temperature in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average pressure in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average wind speed in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average humidity in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average rainfall in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average snowfall in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medicine Lake, MT

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average UV index in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Medicine Lake, MT

Average visibility in December - Medicine Lake, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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