December weather forecast
Buchanan, ND

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Buchanan sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during December, falling from a wintry 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C). Buchanan's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Buchanan, North Dakota, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Buchanan, in December, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buchanan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Buchanan is 3.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Buchanan is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Buchanan in December?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Buchanan?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Buchanan in December?

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

When does it snow the most in Buchanan?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Buchanan in December?

In Buchanan, North Dakota, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buchanan?

December has the shortest days of the year in Buchanan, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Buchanan, North Dakota, is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Buchanan?

On the first day of December in Buchanan, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buchanan?

The average sunshine duration in December in Buchanan is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Buchanan?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Buchanan, ND

Average temperature in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average pressure in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average wind speed in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average humidity in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average rainfall in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average snowfall in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average UV index in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Buchanan, 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
Buchanan, ND

Average visibility in December - Buchanan, 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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