December weather forecast
Trenton, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Trenton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). Throughout December, Trenton's nights cool down to an average of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Trenton. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Trenton. In Trenton, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Trenton, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Trenton is December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Trenton in December?

The high-temperature in Trenton, North Dakota, during December is 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Trenton?

The average relative humidity in December in Trenton, North Dakota, is 87%.

What is the driest month in Trenton?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Trenton, North Dakota. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Trenton?

In Trenton, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Trenton?

In Trenton, North Dakota, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Trenton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Trenton?

In December, the average day length in Trenton, North Dakota, is 8h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Trenton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Trenton, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Trenton?

The month with the least sunshine in Trenton is December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Trenton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Trenton, North Dakota, is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Trenton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Trenton is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Trenton, ND

Average temperature in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Trenton, ND

Average pressure in December - Trenton, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Trenton, ND

Average wind speed in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Trenton, ND

Average humidity in December - Trenton, 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 (48%).

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Average rainfall in December
Trenton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Trenton, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Trenton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Trenton, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Trenton, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Trenton, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Trenton, ND

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Trenton, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Trenton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Trenton, ND

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

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

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