December weather forecast
York, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in York, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a freezing cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C). York encounters a steady low-temperature average of 7°F (-13.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In York, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In York, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in York, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in York, North Dakota.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In York, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in York in December?

December temperatures in York, North Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in York?

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

How much does it rain in York in December?

In York, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in York?

The month with the most snowfall in York, North Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in York?

In York, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 16.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in York?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does York have in December?

In York, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in York?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in York, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in December?

In York, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in York, North Dakota, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in York?

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

Average temperature in December - York, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°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 (1.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - York, 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
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Average wind speed in December - York, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
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 - York, 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
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Average rainfall in December - York, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
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 - York, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - York, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - York, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 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 - York, 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 3min

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
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Average sunshine days in December - York, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - York, 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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