December weather forecast
Mekinock, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Mekinock, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). Mekinock's average low-temperature in December is measured at an extreme cold 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

Humidity

In Mekinock, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Mekinock, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mekinock, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.8 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mekinock, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Mekinock, in December, the average high-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mekinock, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mekinock, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mekinock have in December?

In Mekinock, the average day length in December is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mekinock?

In Mekinock, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Mekinock, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mekinock, ND

Average temperature in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°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 (1.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Mekinock, ND

Average pressure in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Mekinock, ND

Average wind speed in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Mekinock, ND

Average humidity in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Mekinock, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Mekinock, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mekinock, ND

Average snowfall in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mekinock, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mekinock, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mekinock, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mekinock, ND

Average UV index in December - Mekinock, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Mekinock, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Mekinock, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Mekinock, ND

Average visibility in December - Mekinock, 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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