December weather forecast
Eureka, MT

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Weather in December

Closing the year, December brings back the frigid temperatures reminiscent of January, ending the cycle where it started. The most significant snowfall of the year is recorded in this month, amounting to 9.41" (239mm), with 22.1 snowy days. The introduction of long nights implies a reduction in daylight hours, approximating to a mere 8.3 hours. The Winter chill, with temperatures dropping down to 13.1°F (-10.5°C), paints a white Christmas scenario in Eureka. December is a month to cozy up by the fire and enjoy the snowy landscape.

Temperature

Eureka's December weather reaches an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In Eureka, Montana, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.

Rainfall

In Eureka, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Eureka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 15.35" (390mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Eureka are January through May, September through December. In Eureka, Montana, in December, during 22.1 snowfall days, 9.41" (239mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Eureka, during the entire year, snow falls for 110.7 days and aggregates up to 46.81" (1189mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Eureka, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Eureka, Montana, is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Eureka?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

How cold is December in Eureka?

The high-temperature, in December, in Eureka, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Eureka?

In December, the average relative humidity in Eureka is 93%.

How many days does it rain in December in Eureka?

In Eureka, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Eureka in December?

In Eureka, during December, snow falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.41" (239mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Eureka?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Eureka?

On the first day of December in Eureka, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eureka have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Eureka, Montana, is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Eureka?

The months with the lowest UV index in Eureka are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Eureka?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Eureka is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Eureka, MT

Average temperature in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Eureka, MT

Average pressure in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Eureka, MT

Average wind speed in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 3.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (4.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Eureka, MT

Average humidity in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Eureka, MT

Average rainfall in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Eureka, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Eureka, MT

Average snowfall in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Eureka, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.1 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
Eureka, MT

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Eureka, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Eureka, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Eureka, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Eureka, MT

Average visibility in December - Eureka, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (2mi).

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