December weather forecast
Kief, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kief, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

In Kief, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Kief, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kief, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. 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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Kief, the average sunshine in December 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kief, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 much does it snow in December?

In Kief, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kief.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Kief, the average day length in December is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Kief, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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 - Kief, 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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