December weather forecast
Drayton, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Drayton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Drayton experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.3°F (-7.6°C). In Drayton, the nighttime temperature averages to a frigid cold 7.5°F (-13.6°C) during December.

Humidity

In Drayton, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Drayton, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Drayton. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Drayton, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Drayton, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Drayton in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Drayton, North Dakota, are 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Drayton?

The average relative humidity in December in Drayton is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Drayton?

In Drayton, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Drayton?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Drayton. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Drayton?

In December, in Drayton, North Dakota, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Drayton?

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

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Drayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Drayton have in December?

In Drayton, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Drayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Drayton, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Drayton, ND

Average temperature in December - Drayton, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Drayton, ND

Average pressure in December - Drayton, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Drayton, ND

Average wind speed in December - Drayton, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Drayton, ND

Average humidity in December - Drayton, 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 (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Drayton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Drayton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Drayton, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Drayton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Drayton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Drayton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Drayton, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Drayton, 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
Drayton, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Drayton, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Drayton, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
Drayton, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Drayton, ND

Average visibility in December - Drayton, 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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