December weather forecast
Burlington, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Burlington, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and min 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Burlington's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's wintry 35.6°F (2°C) to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Burlington.

Humidity

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, during December, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Burlington, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Burlington, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) 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 8:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Burlington, is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 9.3°F (-12.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Burlington, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) 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 Burlington have in December?

In Burlington, the average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Burlington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in December?

In Burlington, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Burlington, ND

Average temperature in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Burlington, ND

Average pressure in December - Burlington, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burlington, ND

Average wind speed in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Burlington, ND

Average humidity in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Burlington, ND

Average rainfall in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burlington, ND

Average snowfall in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Burlington, ND

Average UV index in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Burlington, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Burlington, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Burlington, ND

Average visibility in December - Burlington, 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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