December weather forecast
Gardner, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gardner, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and an average low of 8.6°F (-13°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Gardner expects an average low of 8.6°F (-13°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Gardner, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Gardner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health 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:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gardner during December are 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 8.6°F (-13°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gardner, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gardner, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gardner, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gardner?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gardner have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Gardner, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gardner?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Gardner, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Gardner, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Gardner, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Gardner, 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 (61%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Gardner, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Gardner, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
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 - Gardner, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gardner, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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 6min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Gardner, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Gardner, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Gardner, 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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