December weather forecast
Briarwood, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Briarwood, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 10°F (-12.2°C) and max 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). December brings Briarwood a consistent average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Briarwood is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Briarwood, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Briarwood is 3.4h.

UV index

January 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Briarwood?

The high-temperature in Briarwood, North Dakota, during December is 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Briarwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Briarwood is 88%.

How much does it rain in Briarwood in December?

In Briarwood, North Dakota, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Briarwood?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Briarwood, North Dakota. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Briarwood in December?

In Briarwood, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Briarwood?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Briarwood.

How many hours of daylight does Briarwood have in December?

The average day length in December in Briarwood, North Dakota, is 8h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Briarwood?

On the first day of December in Briarwood, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Briarwood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Briarwood, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Briarwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Briarwood?

In Briarwood, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Briarwood, ND

Average temperature in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
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 - Briarwood, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Briarwood, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Briarwood, 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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