December weather forecast
Esmond, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Esmond, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Throughout December, Esmond witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Esmond, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Esmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Esmond is 3.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Esmond?

Esmond in December has an average high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Esmond?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Esmond?

In December, in Esmond, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Esmond?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Esmond?

In Esmond, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Esmond?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Esmond.

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

In December, the average day length in Esmond, North Dakota, is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Esmond?

On the first day of December in Esmond, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Esmond have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Esmond is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Esmond?

The months with the lowest UV index in Esmond, North Dakota, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Esmond?

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

Average temperature in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

Average pressure in December
Esmond, ND

Average pressure in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Esmond, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Esmond, ND

Average humidity in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Esmond, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Esmond, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Esmond, ND

Average snowfall in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Esmond, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Esmond, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Esmond, ND

Average UV index in December - Esmond, 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
Esmond, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Esmond, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Esmond, ND

Average visibility in December - Esmond, 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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