December weather forecast
Driscoll, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Driscoll, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average low of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Driscoll cools down to an average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Driscoll, North Dakota, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Driscoll, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Driscoll are January through May, October through December. In Driscoll, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Driscoll, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Driscoll?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Driscoll, is 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Driscoll?

In December, the average relative humidity in Driscoll, North Dakota, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Driscoll?

In Driscoll, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Driscoll?

In December, in Driscoll, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Driscoll?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Driscoll have in December?

In December, the average day length in Driscoll, North Dakota, is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Driscoll?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Driscoll?

In Driscoll, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Driscoll?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Driscoll?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Driscoll, ND

Average temperature in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Driscoll, ND

Average pressure in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Driscoll, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Driscoll, ND

Average humidity in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Driscoll, ND

Average rainfall in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Driscoll, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Driscoll, ND

Average snowfall in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Driscoll, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Driscoll, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Driscoll, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Driscoll, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Driscoll, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Driscoll, ND

Average visibility in December - Driscoll, 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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