December weather forecastRiverdale Junction, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Riverdale Junction, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 9.7°F (-12.4°C).Temperature
In Riverdale Junction, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C). In Riverdale Junction, December nights cool down to an average of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Riverdale Junction, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.9 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Riverdale Junction, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Riverdale Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 68 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).
Average rainfall in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Riverdale Junction, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Riverdale Junction, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Riverdale Junction, 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).
