December weather forecastNew Salem, ND
December
Weather in December
The frigid claws of winter tighten their grip on New Salem in December. Amid the holiday festivities, it's important to stay prepared for the town’s harshest winter temperatures. Snowfall covers the city, creating a winter wonderland and setting the stage for diverse winter sports. This month is one of the cloudiest, signaling a further decrease in daylight hours. The weather conditions reach an extreme of high snowfall and low temperatures — 3.31" (84mm) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.Temperature
With the onset of December, New Salem's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from November's icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).Humidity
In New Salem, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In New Salem, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
New Salem, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 23°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°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 (6.3°F).
Average pressure in December
New Salem, 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).
Average wind speed in December
New Salem, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
New Salem, ND
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in December
New Salem, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
New Salem, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
New Salem, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
New Salem, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Salem, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
New Salem, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
Average UV index in December
New Salem, 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 November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
New Salem, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
New Salem, 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).
