December weather forecast
Simpson, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Simpson, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

January and December represent the coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Simpson is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Simpson. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Simpson are January through May, September through December. In Simpson, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.5 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Simpson is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Simpson, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Simpson, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Simpson?

January and December mark Simpson's lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

How cold is December in Simpson?

In December, in Simpson, the average high-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Simpson?

In Simpson, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Simpson?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Simpson?

In December, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Simpson?

In Simpson, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Simpson?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Simpson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Simpson, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Simpson have in December?

In Simpson, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Simpson?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Simpson?

In Simpson, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Simpson, MT

Average temperature in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Simpson, MT

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Simpson, MT

Average wind speed in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Simpson, MT

Average humidity in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (40%).

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Average rainfall in December
Simpson, MT

Average rainfall in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Simpson, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Simpson, MT

Average snowfall in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Simpson, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 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
Simpson, MT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Simpson, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Simpson, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Simpson, MT

Average UV index in December - Simpson, 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
Simpson, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Simpson, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Simpson, MT

Average visibility in December - Simpson, 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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