December weather forecast
Pembina, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Pembina, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 6.4°F (-14.2°C).

Temperature

Pembina's transition into December marks a considerable drop in the average high-temperature, moving down from a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). December in Pembina witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a frigid cold 6.4°F (-14.2°C).

Humidity

In Pembina, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Pembina, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.4 rainfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) 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 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 6.4°F (-14.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pembina, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Pembina, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Pembina, ND

Average temperature in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pembina, ND

Average pressure in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Pembina, ND

Average wind speed in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Pembina, ND

Average humidity in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Pembina, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Pembina, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pembina, ND

Average snowfall in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pembina, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pembina, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Pembina, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pembina, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Pembina, ND

Average visibility in December - Pembina, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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