December weather forecastBenedict, ND
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Benedict, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and an average high of 21.7°F (-5.7°C).Temperature
The arrival of December brings a significant change in Benedict's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C). Benedict, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Benedict, North Dakota, is 87%.Rainfall
In Benedict, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.9 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Benedict, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Benedict, during the entire year, snow falls for 68 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Benedict, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Benedict.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Benedict. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Benedict, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Benedict, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Benedict, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Benedict, ND
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in December
Benedict, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in December
Benedict, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Benedict, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Benedict, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Benedict, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Benedict, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Benedict, 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
Benedict, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Benedict, 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).
