December weather forecast
Martin, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Martin, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average low of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

Martin's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). Martin, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Martin, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Martin, 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. December is the month with the most snowfall in Martin. Snow falls for 16 days and accumulates 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Martin are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Martin, 20.1°F (-6.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Martin, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Martin, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Martin have in December?

In Martin, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Martin have in December?

In Martin, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Martin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Martin, ND

Average temperature in December - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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
Martin, ND

Average snowfall in December - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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 - Martin, 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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