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Great Falls weather in December (Montana, United States of America)

What kind of weather does December bring to Great Falls? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Great Falls includes very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 2°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -9°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Great Falls in December usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 7 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With about 108 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Great Falls. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Great Falls climate page with graphs.

 

Great Falls, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 18 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 59%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 108 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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