December weather forecast
Blanchard, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Blanchard, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.6°F (-13°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to an extreme cold 8.6°F (-13°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Blanchard is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Blanchard, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Blanchard.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Blanchard, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Blanchard, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Blanchard. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Blanchard?

The high-temperature in Blanchard during December is 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and the low-temperature is 8.6°F (-13°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Blanchard?

In December, the average relative humidity in Blanchard, North Dakota, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Blanchard in December?

In Blanchard, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Blanchard?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Blanchard, North Dakota. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Blanchard in December?

In Blanchard, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Blanchard?

The month with the shortest days in Blanchard, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Blanchard have in December?

The average day length in December in Blanchard is 8h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Blanchard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Blanchard have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Blanchard, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Blanchard?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Blanchard?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Blanchard is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Blanchard, ND

Average temperature in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Blanchard, ND

Average pressure in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blanchard, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Blanchard, ND

Average humidity in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Blanchard, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Blanchard, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blanchard, ND

Average snowfall in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blanchard, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blanchard, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Blanchard, ND

Average UV index in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Blanchard, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Blanchard, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Blanchard, ND

Average visibility in December - Blanchard, 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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