December weather forecast
White Shield, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in White Shield, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and max 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, White Shield's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C). White Shield cools down to an average low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In White Shield, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In White Shield, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.9 days and collects up to 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in White Shield, there are 68 snowfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in White Shield, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in White Shield in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in White Shield, is 21.7°F (-5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 9.7°F (-12.4°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 White Shield?

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

How many days does it rain in December in White Shield?

In White Shield, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in White Shield?

In December, in White Shield, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in White Shield?

The month with the shortest days in White Shield, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does White Shield have in December?

The average day length in December in White Shield is 8h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in White Shield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in White Shield, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in White Shield?

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in White Shield.

How many hours of sunshine does White Shield have in December?

In White Shield, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in White Shield?

The months with the lowest UV index in White Shield, North Dakota, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in White Shield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in White Shield is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
White Shield, ND

Average temperature in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
White Shield, ND

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

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Average wind speed in December
White Shield, ND

Average wind speed in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
White Shield, ND

Average humidity in December - White Shield, 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 (54%).

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Average rainfall in December
White Shield, ND

Average rainfall in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
White Shield, ND

Average rainfall days in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
White Shield, ND

Average snowfall in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
White Shield, ND

Average snowfall days in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 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
White Shield, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
White Shield, ND

Average sunshine days in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
White Shield, ND

Average UV index in December - White Shield, 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, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
White Shield, ND

Average cloud cover in December - White Shield, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
White Shield, ND

Average visibility in December - White Shield, 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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