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Red Lodge Weather in December

Red Lodge in December sees very low temperatures, with highs around 2°C (36°F) and overnight lows of -9°C (16°F). Around 31 mm (1.2 in) of snow/rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Red Lodge in December

Historically, the month has about 10 days of snow/rain, averaging 31 mm (1.2 in) in total. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Red Lodge in December

In December, Red Lodge gets very low temperatures, with highs of 2°C (36°F). Nights cool to around -9°C (16°F). December is in the winter season. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. At -9°C (16°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Red Lodge. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Red Lodge Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-9°C (16°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
31 mm (1.2 in)
Rainy days
10 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Red Lodge in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Red Lodge in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.

What To Do in Red Lodge in December

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

  • Cycling
    2/10
  • Walking
    2/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    2/10
  • Outdoor sports
    2/10

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