December weather forecast
Hastings, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Hastings, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). During the nights in December, Hastings experiences a consistent average temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hastings is 89%.

Rainfall

In Hastings, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hastings are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hastings in December?

In Hastings, in December, the average high-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hastings?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Hastings in December?

In Hastings, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hastings?

The month with the most snowfall in Hastings, North Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hastings?

In Hastings, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hastings?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hastings, North Dakota.

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

In Hastings, the average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hastings?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hastings?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Hastings?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hastings?

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

Average temperature in December - Hastings, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hastings, ND

Average pressure in December - Hastings, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hastings, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hastings, ND

Average humidity in December - Hastings, 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 (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hastings, ND

Average rainfall in December - Hastings, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hastings, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Hastings, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hastings, ND

Average snowfall in December - Hastings, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hastings, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Hastings, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 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
Hastings, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hastings, 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hastings, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Hastings, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

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

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Average UV index in December
Hastings, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hastings, ND

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Hastings, ND

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

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

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