December weather forecast
Sanish, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sanish, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and min 10°F (-12.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable decrease in December, dropping from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C) is witnessed in Sanish throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Sanish, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Sanish, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 69.9 days and collects up to 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Sanish, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sanish, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sanish is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sanish. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sanish?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sanish, is 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sanish?

In Sanish, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Sanish in December?

In Sanish, North Dakota, in December, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sanish in December?

In Sanish, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sanish?

The month with the shortest days in Sanish, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Sanish, North Dakota, is 8h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sanish?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sanish, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Sanish?

The months with the least sunshine in Sanish, North Dakota, are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanish have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sanish, North Dakota, is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sanish?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sanish are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sanish?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sanish, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanish, ND

Average temperature in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Sanish, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
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 - Sanish, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Sanish, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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

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

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