December weather forecast
Belfield, ND

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December brings the winter to its full swing in Belfield. The temperature declines remarkably between 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C), making it the coldest month of the year. Coupled with increased snowfall reaching up to 2.64" (67mm), December can more than often transform Belfield into a winter wonderland. With the year's shortest day, the sun barely gets a chance to peek out from the thick winter cloud cover. As frost covers the town, individuals retreat indoors to enjoy the holiday season amidst the warmth of heated homes and hot cocoa.

Temperature

The changeover to December signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Belfield experiences an average low-temperature reading of 12.9°F (-10.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Belfield is 84%.

Rainfall

In Belfield, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Belfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.5 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Belfield, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:18 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belfield, records 24.6°F (-4.1°C), while the low-temperature is 12.9°F (-10.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belfield?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Belfield, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belfield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Belfield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Belfield, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:14 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Belfield, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Belfield, ND

Average temperature in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Belfield, ND

Average pressure in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Belfield, ND

Average wind speed in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Belfield, ND

Average humidity in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Belfield, ND

Average rainfall in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Belfield, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belfield, ND

Average snowfall in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belfield, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belfield, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belfield, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Belfield, ND

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Belfield, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Belfield, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Belfield, ND

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

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

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