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 beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a subzero cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). During December, Drake's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 89%.Rainfall
In Drake, North Dakota, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Drake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Average temperature in December
Drake, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 8.2°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 (3°F).
Average pressure in December
Drake, 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
Drake, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Drake, ND
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).
Average rainfall in December
Drake, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Drake, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Drake, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 4.84"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Drake, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 16 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Drake, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Drake, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Drake, 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
Drake, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Drake, 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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