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Fargo, ND

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Panorama of the largest city of Fargo, North Dakota
Panorama of the largest city of Fargo, North Dakota

Weather in December

December brings the culmination of the year, marked by both the lowest temperatures and heavier snowfall resulting in an increase to 4.09in from 1.81in in November. The frigid weather compounds the already prevalent winter vibe, with colder days and even chillier nights. The relative humidity rises again, enhancing the biting cold of the season. An increase in cloud coverage characterizes December, which casts a frosty glow over Fargo. As the city steps into the New Year, it holds on to this cold, snowy winter setting whilst bidding a frosty farewell to the old one.

Temperature

As Fargo steps into December, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Fargo in December experiences a low-temperature average of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Fargo, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Fargo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fargo, North Dakota. The month with the most snowfall in Fargo is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Fargo, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Fargo, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fargo are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fargo in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fargo, is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fargo?

In Fargo, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Fargo in December?

In December, in Fargo, North Dakota, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Fargo?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Fargo. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Fargo in December?

In Fargo, during December, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fargo?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fargo, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fargo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fargo have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Fargo?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fargo?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fargo is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
37.8°F 3.2°C
20.7°F -6.3°C
16.2°F -8.8°C
Average low temperature
26.1°F -3.3°C
10°F -12.2°C
2.7°F -16.3°C
Average pressure
30.05" 763mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
30.15" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10mph 16.1km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
9.9mph 15.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.7mph 17.2km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
10.6mph 17.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.8mph 25.4km/h
15.8mph 25.4km/h
16.3mph 26.2km/h
Average humidity
74%
88%
91%
Average rainfall
0.63" 16mm
0.83" 21mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
5.3
3.4
2
Average snowfall
1.81" 46mm
4.09" 104mm
3.54" 90mm
Average snowfall days
8.2
13.5
13.6
Average daylight
9h 2min
8h 4min
9h 0min
Average sunshine
4h 4min
3h 2min
3h 1min
Average sunshine days
18.7
16.3
17.2
Average UV index
2
1
1
Average cloud cover
48%
64%
65%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in December
Fargo, ND

Average temperature in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fargo, ND

Average pressure in December - Fargo, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fargo, ND

Average humidity in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in December - Fargo, 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 January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in December - Fargo, 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
Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fargo, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Fargo, ND

Average visibility in December - Fargo, 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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