December weather forecast
Ellendale, ND

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Weather in December

Ellendale, North Dakota's weather in December delivers a full-blown winter ambiance intensified by the calming silence of falling snow. Remarkably cold, the high temperature dips to 23.7°F (-4.6°C), thereby reflecting a drastic change from November's relatively milder weather. This month essentially brings to life a classic winter wonderland, complete with frosty landscapes and roaring fireplaces. Furthermore, despite the charm of snowy landscapes, December presents the year's shortest daylight hours, instilling a cosy environment. The distinct weather conditions during this month create everlasting winter memories festooned with holiday lights and the joy of the holiday season.

Temperature

December's onset in Ellendale brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Ellendale's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ellendale, North Dakota, is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ellendale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall in Ellendale are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ellendale is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Ellendale, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ellendale?

Ellendale in December has an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ellendale?

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

How much does it rain in Ellendale in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Ellendale?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Ellendale in December?

In Ellendale, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellendale?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Ellendale is 8h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ellendale?

On the first day of December in Ellendale, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ellendale?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Ellendale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ellendale?

In Ellendale, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ellendale, ND

Average temperature in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellendale, ND

Average pressure in December - Ellendale, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ellendale, ND

Average wind speed in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellendale, ND

Average humidity in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellendale, ND

Average rainfall in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellendale, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellendale, ND

Average snowfall in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellendale, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellendale, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellendale, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellendale, ND

Average UV index in December - Ellendale, 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
Ellendale, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Ellendale, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Ellendale, ND

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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