December weather forecast
Poplar, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Poplar, Montana, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and max 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is an extreme cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

In Poplar, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Poplar, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poplar, there are 95.7 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.4 snowfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Poplar, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Poplar, Montana, is 4.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Poplar. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Poplar in December?

Poplar in December has an average high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poplar?

In December, the average relative humidity in Poplar, Montana, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Poplar?

In Poplar, Montana, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Poplar?

In Poplar, Montana, in December, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poplar?

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

How many hours of daylight does Poplar have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Poplar?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Poplar, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:17 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplar have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poplar?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Poplar.

What is the UV index reading in December in Poplar?

In Poplar, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar, MT

Average temperature in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poplar, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Poplar, MT

Average wind speed in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poplar, MT

Average humidity in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
Poplar, MT

Average rainfall in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poplar, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poplar, MT

Average snowfall in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Poplar, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 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
Poplar, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poplar, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poplar, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Poplar, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Poplar, MT

Average visibility in December - Poplar, 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).

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