December weather forecast
Cannon Ball, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cannon Ball, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Cannon Ball falls to an average of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In Cannon Ball, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Cannon Ball, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cannon Ball, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cannon Ball, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Cannon Ball, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:05 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Cannon Ball, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cannon Ball?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cannon Ball, records 23.2°F (-4.9°C), while the low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cannon Ball?

In Cannon Ball, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cannon Ball?

In Cannon Ball, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cannon Ball?

In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cannon Ball?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cannon Ball, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cannon Ball?

In Cannon Ball, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cannon Ball?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:05 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cannon Ball?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cannon Ball, North Dakota, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cannon Ball?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cannon Ball, North Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cannon Ball?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cannon Ball, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average temperature in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°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 (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Cannon Ball, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average wind speed in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average humidity in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average rainfall in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average snowfall in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Cannon Ball, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Cannon Ball, ND

Average visibility in December - Cannon Ball, 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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