December weather forecast
Schmidt, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Schmidt, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

As Schmidt steps into December, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) of November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Schmidt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Schmidt, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Schmidt, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August 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 December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Schmidt, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Schmidt have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Schmidt, the average sunshine duration in December 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 Schmidt, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Schmidt, ND

Average temperature in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average pressure in December - Schmidt, 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 - Schmidt, 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
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Average humidity in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average snowfall in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Schmidt, 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
Schmidt, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average UV index in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Schmidt, 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
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Average visibility in December - Schmidt, 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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