December weather forecast
Donnybrook, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Donnybrook, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

Donnybrook's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of December, falling from a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Donnybrook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Donnybrook, in December, during 14 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Donnybrook, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.4 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Donnybrook, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Donnybrook is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Donnybrook, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Donnybrook, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Donnybrook have in December?

In December, the average day length in Donnybrook is 8h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Donnybrook are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Donnybrook, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
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 - Donnybrook, 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 (54%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.51").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
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 - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 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 - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Donnybrook, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Donnybrook, 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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