December weather forecast
Hankinson, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hankinson, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and an average low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

As Hankinson welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a frigid cold 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hankinson, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hankinson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.2 days and collects up to 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hankinson, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Hankinson, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°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 appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hankinson, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hankinson, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hankinson, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hankinson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hankinson, ND

Average temperature in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hankinson, ND

Average pressure in December - Hankinson, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hankinson, ND

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

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
Hankinson, ND

Average humidity in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Hankinson, ND

Average rainfall in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hankinson, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hankinson, ND

Average snowfall in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hankinson, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hankinson, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hankinson, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hankinson, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hankinson, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Hankinson, 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
Hankinson, ND

Average visibility in December - Hankinson, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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