December weather forecast
Fairdale, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fairdale, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.9°F (-14.5°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) to a freezing cold 16.5°F (-8.6°C). Throughout December, Fairdale witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

In Fairdale, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Fairdale, North Dakota, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Fairdale is December, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fairdale, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Fairdale, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fairdale, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fairdale?

December temperatures in Fairdale, North Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairdale?

The average relative humidity in December in Fairdale, North Dakota, is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairdale?

In Fairdale, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Fairdale?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Fairdale. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Fairdale in December?

In Fairdale, during December, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairdale?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fairdale?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fairdale is 3.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairdale, North Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Fairdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fairdale is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fairdale, ND

Average temperature in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairdale, ND

Average pressure in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fairdale, ND

Average wind speed in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairdale, ND

Average humidity in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairdale, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairdale, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairdale, ND

Average snowfall in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairdale, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fairdale, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairdale, ND

Average UV index in December - Fairdale, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fairdale, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Fairdale, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Fairdale, ND

Average visibility in December - Fairdale, 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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