December weather forecast
Sanborn, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sanborn, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and min 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). In Sanborn, December nights cool down to an average of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Sanborn, during December, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sanborn are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

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 7:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sanborn, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 9.7°F (-12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sanborn, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sanborn, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Sanborn in December?

In Sanborn, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sanborn have in December?

In Sanborn, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Sanborn, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanborn have in December?

In Sanborn, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanborn, ND

Average temperature in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sanborn, ND

Average pressure in December - Sanborn, 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
Sanborn, ND

Average wind speed in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sanborn, ND

Average humidity in December - Sanborn, 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 (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Sanborn, ND

Average rainfall in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Sanborn, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sanborn, ND

Average snowfall in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sanborn, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanborn, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sanborn, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sanborn, ND

Average UV index in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Sanborn, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Sanborn, ND

Average visibility in December - Sanborn, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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