December weather forecast
Poplar, MT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poplar, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). An average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Poplar, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.7 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Poplar, in December, during 13.6 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Poplar, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.4 days and aggregates up to 17.99" (457mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poplar?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Poplar, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Poplar, in December, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:17 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Poplar, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar, MT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (10.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Poplar, MT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Poplar, MT

Average wind speed in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Poplar, MT

Average humidity in December - Poplar, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Poplar, MT

Average rainfall in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Poplar, MT

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Poplar, MT

Average snowfall in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Poplar, MT

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Poplar, MT

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Poplar, MT

Average UV index in December - Poplar, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Poplar, MT

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar, MT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Poplar, MT

Average visibility in December - Poplar, 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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