December weather forecast
Leith, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leith, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and min 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). During December, Leith consistently records a temperature low averaging a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Leith, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Leith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Leith, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Leith, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Leith, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Leith, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Leith have in December?

In Leith, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leith have in December?

In Leith, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Leith, ND

Average temperature in December - Leith, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Leith, 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 - Leith, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Leith, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Leith, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Leith, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
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 - Leith, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leith, 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 August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Leith, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Leith, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Leith, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

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 - Leith, 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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