December weather forecast
Emmet, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Emmet, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and min 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C). Emmet's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Emmet, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Emmet, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.9 days and collects up to 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Emmet, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Emmet, during the entire year, snow falls for 68 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Emmet, in December, the average high-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air 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 Emmet, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Emmet, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Emmet, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Emmet?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Emmet have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Emmet have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Emmet is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Emmet, ND

Average temperature in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Emmet, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Emmet, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).

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

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

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 22).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Emmet, 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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