December weather forecast
Marshall, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marshall, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Throughout December, Marshall encounters an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Marshall is 86%.

Rainfall

In Marshall, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Marshall is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Marshall, in December, snow falls for 13.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Marshall have in December?

In Marshall, the average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:09 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Marshall is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Marshall, ND

Average temperature in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Marshall, ND

Average pressure in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marshall, ND

Average wind speed in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

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

Average humidity in December
Marshall, ND

Average humidity in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Marshall, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Marshall, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marshall, ND

Average snowfall in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marshall, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marshall, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Marshall, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Marshall, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Marshall, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Marshall, ND

Average visibility in December - Marshall, 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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