December weather forecast
Linton, ND

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Weather in December

December in Linton is synonymous with a full-blown winter experience. The raw cold characterizes this month, and snowfall reaches its peak, averaging around 3.98" (101mm). Shorter daylight hours, longer nights, and a chill in the air underscore the advent of the holiday season. Despite the harsh winter weather, December is a time of joy and celebration, lighting up the snowy canvas of Linton with festive activities.

Temperature

December's arrival in Linton, North Dakota, signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Linton experiences a nighttime temperature average of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Linton, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Linton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Linton are January through May, October through December. In Linton, in December, during 15.7 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Linton, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Linton is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Linton are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Linton in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Linton, is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Linton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Linton is 86%.

How much does it rain in Linton in December?

In Linton, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Linton in December?

In December, in Linton, North Dakota, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Linton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Linton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Linton is 8h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Linton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Linton?

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

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

January, 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 Linton?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°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 (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Linton, ND

Average pressure in December - Linton, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Linton, ND

Average wind speed in December - Linton, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Linton, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Linton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Linton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Linton, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Linton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Linton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Linton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Linton, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Linton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 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
Linton, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Linton, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Linton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Linton, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Linton, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Linton, ND

Average visibility in December - Linton, 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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