December weather forecast
Barton, ND

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Barton, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barton, 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 are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Barton, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures 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 Barton?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Barton, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Barton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Barton, during December, snow falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Barton have in December?

In Barton, the average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Barton have in December?

In Barton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Barton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Barton, ND

Average temperature in December - Barton, 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
Barton, ND

Average pressure in December - Barton, 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 - Barton, 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
Barton, ND

Average humidity in December - Barton, 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 - Barton, 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 - Barton, 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
Barton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Barton, 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 - Barton, 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
Barton, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barton, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
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
Barton, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Barton, 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
Barton, ND

Average UV index in December - Barton, 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 - Barton, 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 - Barton, 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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