December weather forecast
Lakota, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lakota, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 7.2°F (-13.8°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Lakota falls to an average of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Humidity

In Lakota, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Lakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Lakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lakota. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lakota, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 in Lakota. 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 UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lakota in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lakota, is 18.1°F (-7.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lakota?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakota is 90%.

How much does it rain in Lakota in December?

In Lakota, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Lakota?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Lakota, North Dakota. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Lakota?

In December, in Lakota, North Dakota, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakota?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lakota have in December?

In Lakota, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lakota?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lakota, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lakota?

In Lakota, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lakota?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lakota?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lakota is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Lakota, ND

Average temperature in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average pressure in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average wind speed in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average humidity in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average rainfall in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average snowfall in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average UV index in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Lakota, 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
Lakota, ND

Average visibility in December - Lakota, 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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