December weather forecast
Emerson, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Emerson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and max 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a frigid cold 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Humidity

In Emerson, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Emerson, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.5 rainfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Emerson, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Emerson, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Emerson, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.7 days and aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Emerson, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Emerson is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Emerson. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Emerson?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Emerson, North Dakota, during December are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 12.9°F (-10.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Emerson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Emerson, North Dakota, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Emerson in December?

In Emerson, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Emerson?

In December, in Emerson, North Dakota, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Emerson?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Emerson, North Dakota.

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

The average day length in December in Emerson is 8h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Emerson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Emerson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Emerson is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Emerson?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Emerson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Emerson is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Emerson, ND

Average temperature in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Emerson, ND

Average pressure in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Emerson, ND

Average wind speed in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Emerson, ND

Average humidity in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Emerson, ND

Average rainfall in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Emerson, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Emerson, ND

Average snowfall in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Emerson, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Emerson, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Emerson, ND

Average UV index in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Emerson, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Emerson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Emerson, ND

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

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

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