December weather forecastMekinock, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Mekinock, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).Temperature
December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). Mekinock's average low-temperature in December is measured at an extreme cold 8.1°F (-13.3°C).Humidity
In Mekinock, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Mekinock, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mekinock, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.8 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Mekinock, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"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).
Average wind speed in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 4.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Mekinock, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Mekinock, 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).
