December weather forecast
Center, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Center, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and min 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

Center's December weather is characterized by a distinct downswing in high-temperatures, falling from November's icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around an extreme cold 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Center, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Center. In Center, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. In Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.6 days and aggregates up to 21.14" (537mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Center is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Center is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Center in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Center during December are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Center?

In December, the average relative humidity in Center, North Dakota, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Center?

In Center, North Dakota, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Center?

In Center, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Center?

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

How many hours of daylight does Center have in December?

The average day length in December in Center, North Dakota, is 8h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Center?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Center have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Center?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Center?

In Center, 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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Center, ND

Average temperature in December - Center, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Center, ND

Average pressure in December - Center, 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
Center, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Center, ND

Average humidity in December - Center, 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 (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Center, ND

Average rainfall in December - Center, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Center, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Center, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Center, ND

Average snowfall in December - Center, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Center, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Center, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Center, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Center, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Center, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Center, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Center, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Center, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Center, ND

Average visibility in December - Center, 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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