December weather forecast
Kenaston, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kenaston, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from November's cold 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). Kenaston experiences an average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) in month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kenaston, North Dakota, is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Kenaston, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kenaston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kenaston. In December, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kenaston, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.4 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Kenaston are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kenaston in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kenaston, is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.1°F (-12.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kenaston?

In December, the average relative humidity in Kenaston, North Dakota, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Kenaston in December?

In Kenaston, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kenaston in December?

In Kenaston, North Dakota, in December, during 14 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kenaston?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Kenaston?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kenaston?

On the first day of December in Kenaston, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kenaston?

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kenaston, North Dakota.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kenaston?

In Kenaston, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kenaston?

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

Average temperature in December - Kenaston, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Kenaston, ND

Average pressure in December - Kenaston, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kenaston, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Kenaston, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Kenaston, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Kenaston, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Kenaston, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kenaston, ND

Average snowfall in December - Kenaston, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kenaston, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Kenaston, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kenaston, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Kenaston, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kenaston, ND

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kenaston, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Kenaston, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Kenaston, ND

Average visibility in December - Kenaston, 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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