December weather forecast
Sheyenne, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sheyenne, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's cold 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a freezing cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sheyenne, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.3 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sheyenne, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheyenne are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sheyenne?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sheyenne, is 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheyenne?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Sheyenne in December?

In Sheyenne, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Sheyenne?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Sheyenne. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Sheyenne in December?

In December, in Sheyenne, North Dakota, it is snowing for 16.4 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheyenne?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sheyenne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheyenne, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheyenne have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sheyenne is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sheyenne?

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 Sheyenne?

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

Average temperature in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average pressure in December - Sheyenne, 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
Sheyenne, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average humidity in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average rainfall in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average snowfall in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheyenne, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Sheyenne, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average UV index in December - Sheyenne, 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
Sheyenne, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Sheyenne, ND

Average visibility in December - Sheyenne, 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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