December weather forecast
Essex, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Essex, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 7.2°F (-13.8°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

Essex's weather experiences a significant temperature drop with the arrival of December, falling from an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). Essex records an average low of 7.2°F (-13.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Essex is 90%.

Rainfall

In Essex, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Essex, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Essex, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Essex, North Dakota, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Essex, North Dakota. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Essex?

In Essex, in December, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Essex?

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

How many hours of daylight does Essex have in December?

In Essex, the average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Essex?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Essex, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

Average pressure in December
Essex, ND

Average pressure in December - Essex, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Essex, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Essex, ND

Average humidity in December - Essex, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Essex, ND

Average rainfall in December - Essex, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Essex, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Essex, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Essex, ND

Average snowfall in December - Essex, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Essex, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Essex, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Essex, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • 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: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Essex, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Essex, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Essex, ND

Average UV index in December - Essex, 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
Essex, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Essex, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Essex, ND

Average visibility in December - Essex, 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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