December weather forecast
Starkweather, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Starkweather, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

Temperature

Starkweather's transition into December is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 17.4°F (-8.1°C). During December, Starkweather consistently records a temperature low averaging a frigid cold 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

Humidity

In Starkweather, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Starkweather, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Starkweather, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Starkweather, is 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 6.1°F (-14.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Starkweather, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Starkweather, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Starkweather, in December, during 17.2 snowfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Starkweather have in December?

In December, the average day length in Starkweather is 8h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Starkweather?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Starkweather have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Starkweather, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Starkweather, ND

Average temperature in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Starkweather, ND

Average pressure in December - Starkweather, 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
Starkweather, ND

Average wind speed in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Starkweather, ND

Average humidity in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Starkweather, ND

Average rainfall in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Starkweather, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Starkweather, ND

Average snowfall in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
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 - Starkweather, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Starkweather, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Starkweather, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Starkweather, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Starkweather, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Starkweather, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Starkweather, 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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