December weather forecast
Hettinger, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hettinger, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and min 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in Hettinger hover around an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hettinger, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hettinger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Hettinger, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hettinger, there are 67.2 snowfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

In Hettinger, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hettinger, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hettinger, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hettinger, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:15 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hettinger have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hettinger is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hettinger, ND

Average temperature in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are 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 - Hettinger, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Hettinger, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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

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

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