December Rainfall and Precipitation in North Dakota

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in North Dakota, the United States of America in December.

North Dakota, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a low 10 mm (0.4 in) in Williston to a low 28 mm (1.1 in) in Wahpeton. December is a winter month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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North Dakota precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much snowfall does North Dakota, the United States of America receive in December?

In December, Fargo typically receives modest snowfall, around 27 mm (1.1 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in North Dakota, the United States of America in December?

Expect around 10 days rainy days in Fargo during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in North Dakota, the United States of America?

December is generally a drier month for North Dakota, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in December in North Dakota, the United States of America?

Wahpeton is the wettest city in North Dakota, the United States of America in December according to our database, with average snowfall of around 28 mm (1.1 in).

What is the driest city in December in North Dakota, the United States of America?

In our records, Williston stands out as the driest city in North Dakota, the United States of America for December, averaging just 10 mm (0.4 in).

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