December weather forecast
Minto, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Minto, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and an average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Temperature

As Minto steps into December, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's icy 34.9°F (1.6°C) to a subzero cold 18.3°F (-7.6°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Minto, in December, the average high-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Minto?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Minto, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minto have in December?

In Minto, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Minto, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Minto, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"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 - Minto, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Minto, 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 (59%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Minto, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Minto, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Minto, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.94").
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 - Minto, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minto, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Minto, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Minto, 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 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Minto, 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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