December weather forecast
Douglas, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Douglas, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Douglas expects an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Douglas, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Douglas, there are 95.9 rainfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Douglas, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Douglas, there are 68 snowfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Douglas is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Douglas, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Douglas.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Douglas in December?

December temperatures in Douglas, North Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Douglas?

In December, the average relative humidity in Douglas, North Dakota, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Douglas?

In December, in Douglas, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Douglas?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, the average day length in December is 8h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Douglas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Douglas, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Douglas?

The months with the least sunshine in Douglas are January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Douglas have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Douglas?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Douglas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Douglas is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Douglas, ND

Average temperature in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Douglas, ND

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

Average wind speed in December
Douglas, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Douglas, ND

Average humidity in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Douglas, ND

Average rainfall in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Douglas, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Douglas, ND

Average snowfall in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Douglas, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Douglas, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Douglas, ND

Average UV index in December - Douglas, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Douglas, ND

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

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 22).

Average visibility in December
Douglas, ND

Average visibility in December - Douglas, 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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