December weather forecast
Killdeer, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Killdeer, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). In the month of December, Killdeer experiences an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In Killdeer, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.6 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Killdeer, North Dakota. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) 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 in Killdeer, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Killdeer in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Killdeer, is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Killdeer?

In Killdeer, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Killdeer?

In December, in Killdeer, North Dakota, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Killdeer?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Killdeer in December?

In Killdeer, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Killdeer?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Killdeer have in December?

In December, the average day length in Killdeer is 8h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Killdeer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Killdeer, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Killdeer?

January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Killdeer have in December?

In Killdeer, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Killdeer?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Killdeer?

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

Average temperature in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Killdeer, ND

Average pressure in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Killdeer, ND

Average wind speed in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Killdeer, ND

Average humidity in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

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Average rainfall in December
Killdeer, ND

Average rainfall in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Killdeer, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Killdeer, ND

Average snowfall in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Killdeer, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 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
Killdeer, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Killdeer, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Killdeer, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Killdeer, ND

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Killdeer, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Killdeer, ND

Average visibility in December - Killdeer, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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