December weather forecast
Leonard, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leonard, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C).

Temperature

As Leonard transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C). Throughout the nights in December, Leonard experiences an average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Leonard, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Leonard, there are 102.6 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Leonard. The month with the most snowfall in Leonard, North Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) 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 December in Leonard, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Leonard.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Leonard. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. 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 December in Leonard?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Leonard, is 20.8°F (-6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 10.4°F (-12°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Leonard?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Leonard?

In Leonard, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Leonard?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Leonard, North Dakota. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Leonard in December?

In Leonard, in December, snow falls for 15.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leonard?

The month with the shortest days in Leonard, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Leonard have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Leonard?

On the first day of December in Leonard, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Leonard?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Leonard have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Leonard?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leonard, ND

Average temperature in December - Leonard, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Leonard, ND

Average pressure in December - Leonard, 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
Leonard, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Leonard, ND

Average humidity in December - Leonard, 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 (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leonard, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Leonard, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Leonard, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Leonard, ND

Average snowfall in December - Leonard, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Leonard, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Leonard, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 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
Leonard, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leonard, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leonard, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Leonard, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Leonard, ND

Average UV index in December - Leonard, 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
Leonard, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Leonard, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Leonard, ND

Average visibility in December - Leonard, 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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