December weather forecast
Ashley, ND

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Weather in December

December in Ashley, North Dakota welcomes the Christmas season amidst classic winter weather. The mercury dips even further, reaching an average range from 11.8°F (-11.2°C) to 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Snowfall increases to match the January levels, covering the city in a white blanket just in time for Christmas. Though days are shorter with a decrease in daylight to 8.7 hours, the holiday season brings joy and color to the city. With the chilly weather and the festive atmosphere, the end of the year proves to be a beautiful, snowy spectacle.

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Ashley's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at an extreme cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ashley, North Dakota, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ashley, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ashley in December?

During December, Ashley experiences an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ashley?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Ashley in December?

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

What is the snowiest month in Ashley?

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

How much does it snow in Ashley in December?

In Ashley, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ashley have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ashley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ashley?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Ashley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ashley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ashley is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Ashley, ND

Average temperature in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average pressure in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average wind speed in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average humidity in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average rainfall in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average snowfall in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average UV index in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Ashley, 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
Ashley, ND

Average visibility in December - Ashley, 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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