December weather forecast
Porcupine, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Porcupine, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Throughout December, Porcupine's nights cool down to an average of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Porcupine, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Porcupine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Porcupine are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. In Porcupine, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Porcupine, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:08 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Porcupine, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Porcupine?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Porcupine are 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Porcupine?

The average relative humidity in December in Porcupine, North Dakota, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Porcupine?

In December, in Porcupine, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Porcupine in December?

In Porcupine, in December, during 15.7 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Porcupine?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Porcupine?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Porcupine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:08 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Porcupine have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Porcupine?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Porcupine?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Porcupine is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Porcupine, ND

Average temperature in December - Porcupine, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°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 (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Porcupine, ND

Average pressure in December - Porcupine, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Porcupine, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Porcupine, ND

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Porcupine, ND

Average rainfall in December - Porcupine, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Porcupine, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Porcupine, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Porcupine, ND

Average snowfall in December - Porcupine, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Porcupine, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Porcupine, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Porcupine, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Porcupine, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Porcupine, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Porcupine, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Porcupine, ND

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Porcupine, ND

Average visibility in December - Porcupine, 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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