December weather forecast
Balfour, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Balfour, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). An average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Balfour, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Balfour, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Balfour, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Balfour in December?

In Balfour, 20.1°F (-6.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Balfour?

The average relative humidity in December in Balfour, North Dakota, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Balfour in December?

In Balfour, North Dakota, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Balfour?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Balfour. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Balfour?

In Balfour, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Balfour?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Balfour, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Balfour?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Balfour, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Balfour have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Balfour, North Dakota, is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Balfour?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Balfour?

In Balfour, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Balfour, ND

Average temperature in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

Average pressure in December
Balfour, ND

Average pressure in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Balfour, ND

Average wind speed in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Balfour, ND

Average humidity in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Balfour, ND

Average rainfall in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Balfour, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Balfour, ND

Average snowfall in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Balfour, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balfour, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Balfour, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Balfour, ND

Average UV index in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Balfour, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Balfour, ND

Average visibility in December - Balfour, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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