December weather forecast
Dwight, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dwight, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The changeover to December signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). In December, Dwight experiences a temperature dip to an average of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dwight is 87%.

Rainfall

In Dwight, North Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dwight, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dwight. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dwight, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dwight?

During December, Dwight experiences an average high-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dwight?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Dwight?

In Dwight, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Dwight?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Dwight. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dwight in December?

In Dwight, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dwight?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dwight, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dwight have in December?

In December, the average day length in Dwight, North Dakota, is 8h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dwight?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dwight?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dwight is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dwight?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dwight?

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

Average temperature in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°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 (3.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Dwight, ND

Average pressure in December - Dwight, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dwight, ND

Average wind speed in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

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

Average humidity in December
Dwight, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Dwight, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Dwight, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dwight, ND

Average snowfall in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dwight, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dwight, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dwight, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Dwight, ND

Average visibility in December - Dwight, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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