December weather forecast
Schmidt, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Schmidt, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Schmidt's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Schmidt, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Schmidt, North Dakota, 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 December, in Schmidt, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. In Schmidt, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Schmidt.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Schmidt, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Schmidt, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Schmidt in December?

The high-temperature in Schmidt during December is 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and the low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Schmidt?

The average relative humidity in December in Schmidt is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Schmidt?

In December, in Schmidt, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Schmidt in December?

In Schmidt, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Schmidt?

The month with the shortest days in Schmidt is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Schmidt have in December?

In Schmidt, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Schmidt?

On the first day of December in Schmidt, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Schmidt?

In Schmidt, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Schmidt?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Schmidt, ND

Average temperature in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average pressure in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average wind speed in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average humidity in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average rainfall in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average snowfall in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average UV index in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average visibility in December - Schmidt, 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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