December weather forecast
Cogswell, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Cogswell, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a frigid cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cogswell, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

In Cogswell, 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 average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Cogswell, the average high-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Cogswell is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cogswell, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cogswell, during December, snow falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cogswell have in December?

In Cogswell, the average day length in December is 8h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cogswell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Cogswell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cogswell, ND

Average temperature in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Cogswell, ND

Average pressure in December - Cogswell, 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
Cogswell, ND

Average wind speed in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
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 - Cogswell, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Cogswell, ND

Average rainfall in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Cogswell, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cogswell, ND

Average snowfall in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
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 - Cogswell, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 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, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cogswell, 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: 3h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cogswell, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cogswell, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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