December weather forecast
Dresden, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Dresden, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 5.9°F (-14.5°C) and max 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 16.5°F (-8.6°C). During December, Dresden witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

In Dresden, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dresden, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) 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 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dresden, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dresden, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dresden, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dresden are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dresden?

During December, Dresden experiences an average high-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dresden?

In Dresden, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in Dresden in December?

In Dresden, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Dresden?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Dresden, North Dakota. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dresden in December?

In Dresden, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dresden?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dresden, North Dakota.

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

In December, the average day length in Dresden, North Dakota, is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dresden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dresden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dresden, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dresden?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dresden, North Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dresden?

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

Average temperature in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dresden, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dresden, ND

Average wind speed in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dresden, ND

Average humidity in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Dresden, ND

Average rainfall in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Dresden, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dresden, ND

Average snowfall in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dresden, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dresden, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dresden, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dresden, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dresden, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Dresden, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Dresden, ND

Average visibility in December - Dresden, 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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