December weather forecast
Fort Ransom, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Ransom, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

As Fort Ransom transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In the month of December, Fort Ransom witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Fort Ransom, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.2 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fort Ransom, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, is 3.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Fort Ransom experiences an average high-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fort Ransom, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fort Ransom, in December, snow falls for 15.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Ransom have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fort Ransom?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Ransom have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average temperature in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°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 (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average pressure in December - Fort Ransom, 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
Fort Ransom, ND

Average wind speed in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

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 July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average humidity in December - Fort Ransom, 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 (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average rainfall in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average snowfall in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Ransom, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average UV index in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average visibility in December - Fort Ransom, 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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