December weather forecast
Gascoyne, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gascoyne, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Gascoyne's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a cold 41°F (5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

In Gascoyne, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gascoyne, there are 63.8 snowfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gascoyne, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Gascoyne, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gascoyne, is 26.4°F (-3.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.7°F (-9.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gascoyne, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gascoyne?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gascoyne have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:16 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are 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 - Gascoyne, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Gascoyne, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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

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

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