December weather forecast
Dahlen, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dahlen, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 7°F (-13.9°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). During December, Dahlen consistently records a temperature low averaging a frigid cold 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Dahlen, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.8 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) 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 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Dahlen, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

In Dahlen, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and the low-temperature is 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dahlen, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dahlen, in December, during 13.4 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dahlen have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dahlen, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dahlen, ND

Average temperature in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in December
Dahlen, ND

Average pressure in December - Dahlen, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dahlen, ND

Average wind speed in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

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 (8.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dahlen, ND

Average humidity in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Dahlen, ND

Average rainfall in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Dahlen, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dahlen, ND

Average snowfall in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dahlen, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dahlen, 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 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dahlen, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Dahlen, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dahlen, ND

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dahlen, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Dahlen, ND

Average visibility in December - Dahlen, 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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