December weather forecast
Marion, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Marion, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) is recorded.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Marion, North Dakota, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marion, North Dakota, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Marion, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Marion in December?

Marion in December has an average high-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marion?

In Marion, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Marion in December?

In Marion, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Marion?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Marion?

In Marion, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marion?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Marion.

How many hours of daylight does Marion have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Marion?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marion, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Marion?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Marion?

In Marion, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Marion, ND

Average temperature in December - Marion, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Marion, ND

Average pressure in December - Marion, 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
Marion, ND

Average wind speed in December - Marion, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Marion, ND

Average humidity in December - Marion, 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 (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Marion, ND

Average rainfall in December - Marion, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Marion, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Marion, ND

Average snowfall in December - Marion, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Marion, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Marion, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 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
Marion, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marion, 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 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Marion, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Marion, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Marion, ND

Average UV index in December - Marion, 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
Marion, ND

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Marion, ND

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

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

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