December weather forecast
Falkirk, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Falkirk, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December marks a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). During December, the temperature in Falkirk tends to dip to an average of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Falkirk, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Falkirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Falkirk, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.6 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Falkirk are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Falkirk, in December, the average high-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Falkirk, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Falkirk, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Falkirk, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Falkirk have in December?

In Falkirk, the average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Falkirk have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Falkirk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents 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
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Average temperature in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
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Average wind speed in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Falkirk, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Falkirk, 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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