December weather forecast
Belden, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Belden, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Temperature

As Belden welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Belden in December experiences a low-temperature average of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Belden, in December, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Belden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.9 days and collects up to 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Belden, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Belden, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belden, is 21.6°F (-5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 10°F (-12.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Belden, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Belden, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Belden, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Belden?

In Belden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Belden, ND

Average temperature in December - Belden, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Belden, ND

Average pressure in December - Belden, 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).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Belden, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Belden, ND

Average humidity in December - Belden, 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 (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Belden, ND

Average rainfall in December - Belden, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Belden, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Belden, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belden, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Belden, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belden, 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: 3h and 5min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belden, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Belden, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Belden, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Belden, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Belden, ND

Average visibility in December - Belden, 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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