December weather forecast
Sweetwater, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Sweetwater, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and an average low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Temperature

In Sweetwater, the onset of December is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from November's wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) to a freezing cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). Sweetwater experiences an average low-temperature of 7.2°F (-13.8°C) in month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Sweetwater?

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sweetwater, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sweetwater?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sweetwater, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sweetwater?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average pressure in December - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average wind speed in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average humidity in December - Sweetwater, 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 (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average rainfall in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average snowfall in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sweetwater, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Sweetwater, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Sweetwater, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sweetwater, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Sweetwater, 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
Sweetwater, ND

Average visibility in December - Sweetwater, 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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