December weather forecast
Wheelock, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wheelock, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and an average low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) marks the month of December in Wheelock.

Humidity

In Wheelock, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wheelock.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Wheelock, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wheelock 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wheelock in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wheelock are 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wheelock?

The average relative humidity in December in Wheelock is 87%.

What is the driest month in Wheelock?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Wheelock?

In Wheelock, 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 Wheelock?

In Wheelock, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wheelock?

December has the shortest days of the year in Wheelock, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Wheelock, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wheelock?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wheelock, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wheelock?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wheelock have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wheelock?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wheelock?

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

Average temperature in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average pressure in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average wind speed in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average humidity in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average rainfall in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average snowfall in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

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

Average sunshine days in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average UV index in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Wheelock, 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
Wheelock, ND

Average visibility in December - Wheelock, 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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