December weather forecast
McLeod, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in McLeod, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a frigid cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In McLeod, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McLeod, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.2 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McLeod. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

In McLeod, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In McLeod, in December, during 15.3 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 in McLeod.

How many hours of daylight does McLeod have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does McLeod have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in McLeod?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McLeod, ND

Average temperature in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"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 - McLeod, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

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 July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
McLeod, ND

Average snowfall in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
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 - McLeod, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McLeod, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - McLeod, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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