December weather forecastWheatland, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wheatland, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and an average low of 10.4°F (-12°C).Temperature
A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a subzero cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C). Wheatland experiences a nighttime temperature average of 10.4°F (-12°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wheatland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Wheatland. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Wheatland.UV index
January, February, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 20.8°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.4°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 (3.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Wheatland, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).
Average rainfall in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.74"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Wheatland, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Wheatland, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Wheatland, 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).
