December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

A scenic undulating landscape of rocks and cliffs, mountains and valleys with snaky roads and trail paths in Red Lodge, Montana, Beartooth

Weather in December

As the final month of the year, December in Red Lodge is characterized by pronounced winter conditions, with most days experiencing temperatures below freezing. The snowfall frequency rises, decorating the city with 4.33" (110mm) of snow. With shorter daylight durations, winter truly sets in, accompanied by long, chilly nights. The city, enveloped in a white cover, sets the stage for various winter activities and sports. As the year ends, residents wrap up in warm clothes and prepare to welcome the New Year with vibrant celebrations amidst the snow.

Temperature

December is the month when Red Lodge, Montana, experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Red Lodge is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated. In Red Lodge, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.3 days and aggregates up to 55.83" (1418mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Red Lodge is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing 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! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Red Lodge?

Temperature readings in Red Lodge reach their annual highs in December, averaging 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a minimum average of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

How cold is December in Red Lodge?

The high-temperature during December is 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Red Lodge?

The average relative humidity in December in Red Lodge, Montana, is 76%.

What is the driest month in Red Lodge?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Red Lodge, Montana. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Red Lodge in December?

In December, in Red Lodge, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Red Lodge?

In Red Lodge, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Red Lodge?

December has the shortest days of the year in Red Lodge, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Red Lodge have in December?

The average day length in December in Red Lodge, Montana, is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Red Lodge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Lodge have in December?

In Red Lodge, Montana, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Red Lodge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Red Lodge?

In Red Lodge, Montana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

38.3°F 3.5°C

27.5°F -2.5°C

29.5°F -1.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.4mph 13.5km/h

8.3mph 13.4km/h

8.5mph 13.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.5

17.4

15.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

26%

31%

Average visibility

6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°F).

Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

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Average rainfall in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.8 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
Red Lodge, MT

Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Red Lodge, 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, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Red Lodge, MT

Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Red Lodge, 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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December weather forecast
Red Lodge, MT

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