December weather forecast
Stampede, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Stampede, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and min 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). Stampede throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stampede, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stampede, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stampede, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Stampede, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stampede, is 18.9°F (-7.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stampede, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Stampede, North Dakota, it is snowing for 14.4 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Stampede, the average day length in December is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stampede?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Stampede, ND

Average pressure in December - Stampede, 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
Stampede, ND

Average wind speed in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Stampede, ND

Average humidity in December - Stampede, 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 (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Stampede, ND

Average rainfall in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stampede, ND

Average snowfall in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stampede, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Stampede, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Stampede, 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
Stampede, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Stampede, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
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 - Stampede, 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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