December weather forecast
Shelby, MT

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Weather in December

As the year comes to a close, December signifies the onset of winter in Shelby, Montana. Low temperatures average around 15.4°F (-9.2°C), bringing harsh cold and regular snowfall. The shorter daylight hours and frequent snowfall of 2.28" (58mm) set the stage for a white Christmas. The city dresses up in festive lights, despite the cloud coverage and snow adding a quintessential charm. Outdoor activities transition to winter sports, with residents heading to the slopes for skiing and snowboarding.

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and as low as 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shelby is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Shelby, Montana, are January and December Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Shelby, Montana. In Shelby, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Shelby, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.7 days and aggregates up to 20.47" (520mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shelby is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Shelby, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelby. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Shelby?

December is the month when Shelby, Montana, sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

How cold is December in Shelby?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Shelby, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shelby?

The average relative humidity in December in Shelby, Montana, is 77%.

What is the driest month in Shelby?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Shelby in December?

In Shelby, Montana, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Shelby?

In Shelby, Montana, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shelby?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shelby have in December?

The average day length in December in Shelby, Montana, is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shelby?

On the first day of December in Shelby, Montana, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shelby?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shelby?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shelby, Montana.

How high is the UV index in December in Shelby?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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
Shelby, MT

Average temperature in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shelby, MT

Average pressure in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shelby, MT

Average wind speed in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shelby, MT

Average humidity in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shelby, MT

Average rainfall in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shelby, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shelby, MT

Average snowfall in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shelby, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shelby, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelby, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shelby, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shelby, MT

Average UV index in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shelby, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Shelby, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Shelby, MT

Average visibility in December - Shelby, 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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