December weather forecast
McHenry, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in McHenry, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in McHenry, North Dakota, consistently average an extreme cold 8.2°F (-13.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in McHenry, North Dakota, is 89%.

Rainfall

In McHenry, during December, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in McHenry, there are 87.8 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in McHenry. Snow falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in McHenry, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in McHenry, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in McHenry is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in McHenry are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. 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 December in McHenry?

An average high-temperature, in December, in McHenry, is 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McHenry?

In McHenry, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in McHenry in December?

In December, in McHenry, North Dakota, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in McHenry?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in McHenry in December?

In McHenry, in December, during 13.6 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in McHenry?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McHenry have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in McHenry?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does McHenry have in December?

In McHenry, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in McHenry?

In McHenry, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McHenry, ND

Average temperature in December - McHenry, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°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 (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - McHenry, 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
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Average wind speed in December - McHenry, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

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

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - McHenry, 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 (60%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - McHenry, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - McHenry, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McHenry, 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: 3h and 3min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - McHenry, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - McHenry, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - McHenry, 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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