December weather forecast
Turtle Lake, ND

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Weather in December

December in Turtle Lake, North Dakota, welcomes full swing winter, defined by colder temperatures, frequent snowfalls, and a distinctive festive spirit. The month records an average low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) at night, reinforcing the winter's presence. Shorter daylight hours and the potential Christmas snowfall generate the quintessential holiday scene. Decorated homes, bundled up residents, and the crisp winter air encapsulate the essence of December, tying up the year with the chilly beauty of North Dakota's winter season.

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December in Turtle Lake, moving down from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In the month of December, Turtle Lake's average low-temperature falls to a frigid cold 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Turtle Lake, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Turtle Lake. In Turtle Lake, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Turtle Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.6 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Turtle Lake, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Turtle Lake. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Turtle Lake?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Turtle Lake, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Turtle Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Turtle Lake?

In Turtle Lake, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Turtle Lake in December?

In Turtle Lake, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Turtle Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Turtle Lake, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Turtle Lake?

In Turtle Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Turtle Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Turtle Lake, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Turtle Lake have in December?

In Turtle Lake, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Turtle Lake?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Turtle Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Turtle Lake, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
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 - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Turtle Lake, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Turtle Lake, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Turtle Lake, 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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