December weather forecast
Keith, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Keith, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.2°F (-13.8°C) and max 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). During the nights in December, Keith observes an average low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Humidity

In Keith, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Keith, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Keith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Keith are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Keith experiences an average high-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Keith, in December, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Keith?

The month with the most snowfall in Keith is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Keith, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Keith have in December?

In Keith, the average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Keith?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Keith have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Keith, ND

Average temperature in December - Keith, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in December
Keith, ND

Average pressure in December - Keith, 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
Keith, ND

Average wind speed in December - Keith, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Keith, ND

Average humidity in December - Keith, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Keith, ND

Average rainfall in December - Keith, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Keith, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Keith, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Keith, ND

Average snowfall in December - Keith, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Keith, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Keith, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Keith, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Keith, ND

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

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Keith, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Keith, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Keith, ND

Average visibility in December - Keith, 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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