December weather forecast
Baldwin, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Baldwin, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and an average high of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). An average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) 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 8:08 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Baldwin, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Baldwin, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 23°F (-5°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Baldwin, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Baldwin, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Baldwin have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Baldwin, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Baldwin, ND

Average temperature in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Baldwin, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Baldwin, 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 (55%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

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

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baldwin, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Baldwin, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Baldwin, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Baldwin, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Baldwin, 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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