December weather forecast
Sanborn, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sanborn, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

Sanborn in December experiences a marked decrease in the average high-temperature, descending from November's wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Sanborn, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sanborn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.8 days and collects up to 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sanborn, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Sanborn is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sanborn, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Sanborn, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sanborn, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sanborn, North Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sanborn?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sanborn, is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sanborn?

In Sanborn, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sanborn?

In Sanborn, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Sanborn?

The month with the most snowfall in Sanborn is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Sanborn in December?

In Sanborn, in December, during 13.9 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sanborn?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sanborn have in December?

In Sanborn, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanborn?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sanborn?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sanborn is 3.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Sanborn?

In Sanborn, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanborn, ND

Average temperature in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sanborn, ND

Average pressure in December - Sanborn, 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
Sanborn, ND

Average wind speed in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Sanborn, ND

Average humidity in December - Sanborn, 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 (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sanborn, ND

Average rainfall in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sanborn, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sanborn, ND

Average snowfall in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sanborn, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 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
Sanborn, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanborn, 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: 3h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sanborn, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sanborn, ND

Average UV index in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sanborn, ND

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Sanborn, ND

Average visibility in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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