December weather forecast
Forbes, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Forbes, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Forbes sees a steady low-temperature average of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Forbes is 86%.

Rainfall

In Forbes, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Forbes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Forbes are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Forbes are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Forbes is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading 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 generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Forbes?

During December, Forbes experiences an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Forbes?

In Forbes, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Forbes in December?

In Forbes, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Forbes?

The months with the most snowfall in Forbes are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Forbes?

In Forbes, North Dakota, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forbes?

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

How many hours of daylight does Forbes have in December?

In Forbes, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Forbes?

On the first day of December in Forbes, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forbes have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Forbes, North Dakota, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Forbes?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Forbes?

In Forbes, 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 temperature in December
Forbes, ND

Average temperature in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Forbes, ND

Average pressure in December - Forbes, 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
Forbes, ND

Average wind speed in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Forbes, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Forbes, ND

Average rainfall in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Forbes, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forbes, ND

Average snowfall in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forbes, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forbes, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forbes, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Forbes, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Forbes, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Forbes, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Forbes, ND

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

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

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