December weather forecast
Elliott, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elliott, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.2°F (-11°C) and max 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

Elliott's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In December, Elliott reports a consistent average low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elliott, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.2 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Elliott is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) 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 7:54 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Elliott, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elliott, is 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elliott, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Elliott?

In December, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elliott have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Elliott, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Elliott, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Elliott?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elliott, ND

Average temperature in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Elliott, ND

Average pressure in December - Elliott, 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
Elliott, ND

Average wind speed in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

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 July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Elliott, ND

Average humidity in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Elliott, ND

Average rainfall in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Elliott, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elliott, ND

Average snowfall in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elliott, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elliott, 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: 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
Elliott, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Elliott, 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 (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Elliott, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elliott, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Elliott, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Elliott, ND

Average visibility in December - Elliott, 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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