December weather forecast
Saint Anthony, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Saint Anthony, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and max 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Saint Anthony's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint Anthony, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Saint Anthony, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saint Anthony, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Saint Anthony?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint Anthony?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Saint Anthony, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average temperature in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average pressure in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
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Average wind speed in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average humidity in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average rainfall in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average snowfall in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Anthony, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Anthony, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Saint Anthony, ND

Average visibility in December - Saint Anthony, 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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