December weather forecast
Manitou, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Manitou, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and min 10°F (-12.2°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). December in Manitou sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Manitou, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Manitou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.9 days and collects up to 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Manitou. In Manitou, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Manitou are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Manitou in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Manitou, North Dakota, are 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 10°F (-12.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Manitou?

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

How much does it rain in Manitou in December?

In Manitou, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Manitou?

In December, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Manitou?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Manitou, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Manitou?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Manitou, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Manitou?

The months with the least sunshine in Manitou, North Dakota, are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Manitou?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Manitou?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Manitou?

In Manitou, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Manitou, ND

Average temperature in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°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 (5.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Manitou, ND

Average pressure in December - Manitou, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Manitou, ND

Average wind speed in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Manitou, ND

Average humidity in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Manitou, ND

Average rainfall in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Manitou, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Manitou, ND

Average snowfall in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Manitou, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 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
Manitou, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Manitou, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Manitou, ND

Average UV index in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Manitou, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Manitou, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Manitou, ND

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

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

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