December weather forecast
Plentywood, MT

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As November gives way to December, the average high-temperature displays a considerable decrease, falling from a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Plentywood, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plentywood, 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 Plentywood, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.5 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Plentywood, Montana, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Plentywood is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Plentywood is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plentywood?

In Plentywood, in December, the average high-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plentywood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Plentywood, Montana, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Plentywood?

In Plentywood, Montana, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Plentywood in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plentywood?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Plentywood.

What is the average length of the day in December in Plentywood?

In December, the average day length in Plentywood is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Plentywood?

On the first day of December in Plentywood, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Plentywood?

In Plentywood, Montana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Plentywood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Plentywood, Montana, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Plentywood, MT

Average temperature in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average pressure in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average wind speed in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average humidity in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average rainfall in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average snowfall in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plentywood, 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 18min).

  • 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
Plentywood, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average UV index in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Plentywood, 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
Plentywood, MT

Average visibility in December - Plentywood, 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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