Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In Fort Rice, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). During December, Fort Rice witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).Humidity
In Fort Rice, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Fort Rice, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fort Rice, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 15" (381mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fort Rice, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Fort Rice, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Fort Rice, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Fort Rice is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Fort Rice, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Fort Rice, the average sunshine in December is 4h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Rice. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Fort Rice in December?
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How much does it snow in Fort Rice in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Rice?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fort Rice?
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What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Rice?
What is the UV index reading in December in Fort Rice?
Average temperature in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"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 Rice, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 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 Rice, 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: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Fort Rice, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Fort Rice, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
Fort Rice, 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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