December weather forecast
Kensal, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kensal, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Kensal records an average nighttime low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In Kensal, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kensal, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kensal, there are 87.8 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kensal. The month with the most snowfall in Kensal is December, when snow falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kensal, North Dakota, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kensal in December?

The high-temperature in Kensal during December is 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and the low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kensal?

The average relative humidity in December in Kensal is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kensal?

In December, in Kensal, North Dakota, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Kensal?

The month with the most snowfall in Kensal, North Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kensal in December?

In Kensal, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kensal?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kensal, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kensal have in December?

The average day length in December in Kensal is 8h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kensal?

On the first day of December in Kensal, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kensal?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kensal?

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

Average temperature in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kensal, ND

Average pressure in December - Kensal, 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
Kensal, ND

Average wind speed in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Kensal, ND

Average humidity in December - Kensal, 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 (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kensal, ND

Average rainfall in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kensal, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kensal, ND

Average snowfall in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kensal, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

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
Kensal, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Kensal, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kensal, ND

Average UV index in December - Kensal, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kensal, ND

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Kensal, ND

Average visibility in December - Kensal, 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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