December weather forecast
Hankinson, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hankinson, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

Hankinson's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Hankinson's average low-temperature for the month of December records at an extreme cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hankinson, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hankinson, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.2 days and collects up to 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hankinson, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Hankinson, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Hankinson, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hankinson, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hankinson are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hankinson?

The high-temperature in Hankinson, North Dakota, during December is 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and the low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hankinson?

The average relative humidity in December in Hankinson is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hankinson?

In Hankinson, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hankinson?

In December, in Hankinson, North Dakota, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hankinson?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hankinson have in December?

In Hankinson, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hankinson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hankinson have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Hankinson?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hankinson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hankinson is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hankinson, ND

Average temperature in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hankinson, ND

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

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Average wind speed in December
Hankinson, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hankinson, ND

Average humidity in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hankinson, ND

Average rainfall in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hankinson, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hankinson, ND

Average snowfall in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hankinson, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 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
Hankinson, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hankinson, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hankinson, ND

Average UV index in December - Hankinson, 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
Hankinson, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Hankinson, ND

Average visibility in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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