December weather forecast
Dickey, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dickey, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.2°F (-6°C) and min 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Temperature

In Dickey, the average high-temperature in December drops, from a wintry 37.4°F (3°C) in November, to a freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 10.2°F (-12.1°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Dickey, in December, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dickey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Dickey, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dickey is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Dickey, in December, the average high-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.2°F (-12.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dickey, during December, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dickey, during December, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dickey have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Dickey, 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
Dickey, ND

Average temperature in December - Dickey, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

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

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Dickey, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Dickey, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
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 - Dickey, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dickey, ND

Average snowfall in December - Dickey, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.69").
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 - Dickey, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dickey, 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 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Dickey, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Dickey, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Dickey, 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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