December weather forecast
Riverdale Junction, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Riverdale Junction, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

In Riverdale Junction, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C). In Riverdale Junction, December nights cool down to an average of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Riverdale Junction, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.9 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Riverdale Junction, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Riverdale Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 68 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Riverdale Junction, the average high-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Riverdale Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Riverdale Junction, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Riverdale Junction, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Riverdale Junction, the average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Riverdale Junction?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Riverdale Junction is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Riverdale Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average temperature in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average pressure in December - Riverdale Junction, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average wind speed in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average humidity in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average rainfall in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average snowfall in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
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: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average UV index in December - Riverdale Junction, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Riverdale Junction, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Riverdale Junction, ND

Average visibility in December - Riverdale Junction, 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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