December weather forecast
Buffalo, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Buffalo, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C).

Temperature

The onset of December marks a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C). In the month of December, the temperature in Buffalo, North Dakota, generally rests at an average low of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Buffalo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Buffalo is December, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Buffalo, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Buffalo are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Buffalo?

Buffalo in December has an average high-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', '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 Buffalo?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Buffalo?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Buffalo. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Buffalo in December?

In Buffalo, North Dakota, in December, during 15.6 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo?

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

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Buffalo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buffalo, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Buffalo?

The months with the least sunshine in Buffalo are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buffalo?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buffalo, North Dakota, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Buffalo?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Buffalo?

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

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°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 (3.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo, ND

Average pressure in December - Buffalo, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buffalo, ND

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo, ND

Average humidity in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, ND

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo, ND

Average visibility in December - Buffalo, 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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