December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sunny, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

Sunny sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during December, falling from an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). Sunny experiences a steady low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Sunny, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Sunny, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sunny are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sunny is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Sunny experiences an average high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and a low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sunny, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sunny, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sunny, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 December, the average day length is 8h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunny have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Sunny, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°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 (6.3°F).

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Sunny, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Sunny, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Sunny, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
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 - Sunny, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 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 - Sunny, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Sunny, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Sunny, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Sunny, 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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