December weather forecast
Stanley, ND

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Weather in December

December sees Stanley, North Dakota at its wintriest peak. The city enters a deep freeze and outdoor activities decrease significantly. With a recorded lowest temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C), it’s evident that Stanley is amidst full-fledged winter. Despite the biting cold, the pristine white snow covering the landscape lends a certain delight to the view. Amidst the wintry chills, the joy and warmth of the holiday season seem to blanket the city of Stanley perfectly, making it a picturesque winter wonderland.

Temperature

December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). An average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Stanley, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69.9 rainfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stanley, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Stanley, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stanley, is 21.6°F (-5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How much does it snow in December?

In Stanley, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Stanley, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stanley have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stanley, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanley?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Stanley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Stanley is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 24min).

  • 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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 - Stanley, 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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