December weather forecast
Fargo, IN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Fargo, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

In Fargo, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Fargo, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Fargo, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fargo?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Fargo, is 37°F (2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fargo, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fargo, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fargo?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fargo, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Fargo, IN

Average temperature in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Fargo, IN

Average pressure in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fargo, IN

Average wind speed in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Fargo, IN

Average humidity in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Fargo, IN

Average rainfall in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Fargo, IN

Average rainfall days in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fargo, IN

Average snowfall in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fargo, IN

Average snowfall days in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fargo, IN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fargo, IN

Average sunshine days in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fargo, IN

Average UV index in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fargo, IN

Average cloud cover in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Fargo, IN

Average visibility in December - Fargo, IN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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