December weather forecast
Steele, ND

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Weather in December

December marks the full onset of winter in Steele, North Dakota. The city receives the maximum snow of 3.98" (101mm), up from 2.76" (70mm) in November. Despite the cold, snow, and shorter days, the city glows with holiday cheer. Residents are found bundled up in their warmest clothes, savoring the comfort of hot beverages. December’s weather paves the way for a serene and quiet town enrobed in a blanket of snow, bringing the year to a frosty close.

Temperature

As Steele transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Steele is an extreme cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Steele, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Steele, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Steele is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Steele is 4h.

UV index

January, November 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Steele in December?

In December, in Steele, the average high-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Steele?

The average relative humidity in December in Steele is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Steele?

In Steele, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Steele?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Steele?

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

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

The average day length in December in Steele, North Dakota, is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Steele?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Steele?

The average sunshine duration in December in Steele, North Dakota, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Steele?

The months with the lowest UV index in Steele are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Steele?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Steele is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Steele, ND

Average temperature in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average pressure in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average wind speed in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average humidity in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average rainfall in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average snowfall in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average UV index in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Steele, 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
Steele, ND

Average visibility in December - Steele, 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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