December weather forecast
Wishek, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Wishek, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Wishek records an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wishek, North Dakota, is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wishek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wishek, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Wishek, is 23.7°F (-4.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 11.8°F (-11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wishek, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wishek, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wishek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Wishek is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°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 - Wishek, 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 - Wishek, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
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 - Wishek, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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 - Wishek, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Wishek, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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