December weather forecast
Gilby, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilby, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 8.1°F (-13.3°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Gilby, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.8 rainfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Gilby, in December, the average high-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gilby is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gilby, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Gilby?

In Gilby, during December, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gilby have in December?

In Gilby, the average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Gilby, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gilby is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gilby, ND

Average temperature in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gilby, ND

Average pressure in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Gilby, ND

Average wind speed in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gilby, ND

Average humidity in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Gilby, ND

Average rainfall in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Gilby, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gilby, ND

Average snowfall in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gilby, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gilby, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gilby, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gilby, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Gilby, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Gilby, ND

Average visibility in December - Gilby, 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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