December weather forecast
McKenzie, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in McKenzie, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and min 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). McKenzie records a steady low-temperature average of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in McKenzie, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McKenzie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McKenzie. In McKenzie, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In McKenzie, 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 McKenzie is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in McKenzie, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in McKenzie?

In December, in McKenzie, the average high-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), and 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 combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McKenzie?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in McKenzie in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in McKenzie?

In December, in McKenzie, 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 McKenzie?

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

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in McKenzie?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in McKenzie?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in McKenzie?

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

How high is the UV index in December in McKenzie?

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

Average temperature in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average pressure in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average wind speed in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average humidity in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average rainfall in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average rainfall days in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average snowfall in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average snowfall days in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McKenzie, 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: 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
McKenzie, ND

Average sunshine days in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average UV index in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average cloud cover in December - McKenzie, 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
McKenzie, ND

Average visibility in December - McKenzie, 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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