December weather forecast
Alfred, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Alfred, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 10.2°F (-12.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

Alfred's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's icy 37.4°F (3°C) to a freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C). Throughout the month of December, Alfred sees a steady low-temperature average of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

In Alfred, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Alfred, during December, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alfred, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alfred are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Alfred is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Alfred.
On the first day of December in Alfred, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

In Alfred, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Alfred?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alfred, North Dakota, during December are 21.2°F (-6°C) and 10.2°F (-12.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alfred?

In Alfred, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alfred?

In Alfred, in December, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Alfred?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Alfred?

In Alfred, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alfred?

The month with the shortest days in Alfred, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Alfred, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alfred?

On the first day of December in Alfred, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alfred have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alfred?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alfred, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alfred, ND

Average temperature in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Alfred, ND

Average pressure in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alfred, ND

Average wind speed in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Alfred, ND

Average humidity in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Alfred, ND

Average rainfall in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Alfred, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alfred, ND

Average snowfall in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alfred, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alfred, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alfred, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Alfred, ND

Average UV index in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alfred, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

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 24).

Average visibility in December
Alfred, ND

Average visibility in December - Alfred, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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