December weather forecast
Philipsburg, MT

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Weather in December

December sees Philipsburg fully embraced by winter. The year ends with the shortest daylight hours, peak snowfall, and frozen landscapes. Christmas bells ring in the icy days and even icier nights. Ice skaters and snow sculptors take over the city as they indulge in joyful winter activities. True to winter’s cold nature, December records a chilly average high of just 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and large snowfall levels peaking at 10.91" (277mm).

Temperature

In Philipsburg, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 23.9°F (-4.5°C) at the peak and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Philipsburg is 88%.

Rainfall

In Philipsburg, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.3 rainfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Philipsburg, in December, during 18.5 snowfall days, 10.91" (277mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Philipsburg, Montana, during the entire year, snow falls for 138.9 days and aggregates up to 101.3" (2573mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Philipsburg, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Philipsburg.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Philipsburg?

December stands out as Philipsburg's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

How cold is it in Philipsburg in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Philipsburg are 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Philipsburg?

In Philipsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Philipsburg?

In Philipsburg, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Philipsburg?

In Philipsburg, Montana, during December, snow falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Philipsburg?

The month with the shortest days in Philipsburg, Montana, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Philipsburg, Montana, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Philipsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Philipsburg, Montana, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:56 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Philipsburg?

January and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Philipsburg have in December?

In Philipsburg, Montana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Philipsburg?

The months with the lowest UV index in Philipsburg, Montana, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Philipsburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Philipsburg is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average temperature in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average pressure in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.19"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average wind speed in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average humidity in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average rainfall in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average snowfall in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.12").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0.04").

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Average snowfall days in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Philipsburg, MT

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Philipsburg, MT

Average visibility in December - Philipsburg, MT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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