December weather forecastTurtle Lake, ND
December
Weather in December
December in Turtle Lake, North Dakota, welcomes full swing winter, defined by colder temperatures, frequent snowfalls, and a distinctive festive spirit. The month records an average low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) at night, reinforcing the winter's presence. Shorter daylight hours and the potential Christmas snowfall generate the quintessential holiday scene. Decorated homes, bundled up residents, and the crisp winter air encapsulate the essence of December, tying up the year with the chilly beauty of North Dakota's winter season.Temperature
A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December in Turtle Lake, moving down from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In the month of December, Turtle Lake's average low-temperature falls to a frigid cold 10.6°F (-11.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Turtle Lake is 87%.Rainfall
In Turtle Lake, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Turtle Lake. In Turtle Lake, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Turtle Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.6 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Turtle Lake, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Turtle Lake. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Turtle Lake, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Turtle Lake, 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 (55%).
Average rainfall in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.7"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Turtle Lake, 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 54min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Turtle Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Turtle Lake, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Turtle Lake, 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).
