December weather forecast
Harwood, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Harwood, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 10°F (-12.2°C) and max 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

Harwood in December sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Harwood reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In Harwood, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Harwood, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Harwood, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Harwood, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Harwood, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Harwood?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Harwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Harwood, ND

Average temperature in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Harwood, ND

Average pressure in December - Harwood, 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
Harwood, ND

Average wind speed in December - Harwood, 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
Harwood, ND

Average humidity in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Harwood, ND

Average rainfall in December - Harwood, 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 January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Harwood, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harwood, ND

Average snowfall in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harwood, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harwood, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Harwood, ND

Average UV index in December - Harwood, 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
Harwood, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Harwood, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

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
Harwood, ND

Average visibility in December - Harwood, 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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