December weather forecast
Harvey, ND

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Weather in December

In Harvey, December welcomes the full-fledged winter season. The chilly weather increases in intensity from November, making it one of the coldest months of the year. The festive spirit blends with the bitter cold outdoors, leading to brighter decorations and warmer hearts indoors. The shortened days, crystalline snow-covered landscapes, contribute to creating a white Christmas setting every year. December portrays an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C), a significant drop from November's 35.4°F (1.9°C), and Harvey sees a high snowfall of 4.84" (123mm).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a frigid cold 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Harvey, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harvey, 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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Harvey, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

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 Harvey, in December, snow falls for 16 days, with typically accumulated 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harvey?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Harvey, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harvey have in December?

In Harvey, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Harvey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Harvey, ND

Average temperature in December - Harvey, 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
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Average pressure in December - Harvey, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Harvey, 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
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Average humidity in December - Harvey, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Harvey, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Harvey, 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
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Average snowfall in December - Harvey, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Harvey, 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harvey, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Harvey, 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
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Average UV index in December - Harvey, 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 - Harvey, 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
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Average visibility in December - Harvey, 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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