December weather forecast
Penn, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Penn, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). Penn records a consistent low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Penn, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Penn, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Penn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Penn is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Penn.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Penn, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Penn. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Penn in December?

During December, Penn experiences an average high-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and a low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Penn?

In Penn, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Penn?

In Penn, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Penn?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Penn. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Penn?

In Penn, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Penn?

The month with the shortest days in Penn is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Penn?

In Penn, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Penn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Penn?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Penn?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Penn?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Penn, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Penn, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Penn, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Penn, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Penn, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Penn, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
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 - Penn, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 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 - Penn, 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 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Penn, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Penn, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Penn, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Penn, 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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