Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The transition from November to December in Dickinson, North Dakota, brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Dickinson experiences an average nighttime temperature of 12.9°F (-10.6°C) in the month of December.Humidity
In Dickinson, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Dickinson, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dickinson, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dickinson. In Dickinson, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dickinson, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Dickinson, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).
Average rainfall in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.47"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dickinson, 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: 4h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in December
Dickinson, ND
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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