December weather forecast
Fairmount, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairmount, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and max 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

As Fairmount transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) is experienced in Fairmount.

Humidity

In Fairmount, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fairmount, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Fairmount is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fairmount, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Fairmount is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairmount. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fairmount in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fairmount, North Dakota, are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairmount?

In Fairmount, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairmount?

In Fairmount, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Fairmount?

The month with the most snowfall in Fairmount, North Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairmount?

In Fairmount, during December, snow falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairmount?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Fairmount have in December?

In Fairmount, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairmount?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairmount have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fairmount is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairmount?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fairmount?

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

Average temperature in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°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 (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°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 (3.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairmount, ND

Average pressure in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairmount, ND

Average wind speed in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairmount, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairmount, ND

Average rainfall in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairmount, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairmount, ND

Average snowfall in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairmount, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairmount, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairmount, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Fairmount, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairmount, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fairmount, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Fairmount, ND

Average visibility in December - Fairmount, 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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