December weather forecast
Saint Marie, MT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Saint Marie, Montana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In Saint Marie, the expected average low-temperature for December is a frigid cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Saint Marie, Montana, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Marie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.8 days and collects up to 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saint Marie are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Saint Marie. Snow falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Saint Marie, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint Marie?

December temperatures in Saint Marie, Montana, vary between a high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Marie?

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

How much does it rain in Saint Marie in December?

In Saint Marie, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Saint Marie?

The month with the most snowfall in Saint Marie is December, when snow falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint Marie?

In Saint Marie, Montana, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Marie?

The month with the shortest days in Saint Marie, Montana, is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Marie have in December?

The average day length in December in Saint Marie, Montana, is 8h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Marie?

On the first day of December in Saint Marie, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Marie have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Saint Marie is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Marie?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Saint Marie?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Marie, Montana, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Marie, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Marie, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average wind speed in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average humidity in December - Saint Marie, 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
Saint Marie, MT

Average rainfall in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average snowfall in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 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
Saint Marie, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Marie, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average UV index in December - Saint Marie, 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
Saint Marie, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Marie, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Saint Marie, MT

Average visibility in December - Saint Marie, 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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