December weather forecast
Hamilton, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hamilton, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 7°F (-13.9°C) and max 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from a cold 33.8°F (1°C) in November to a freezing cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Hamilton sees a steady low-temperature average of 7°F (-13.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.7 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hamilton is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hamilton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hamilton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hamilton, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hamilton.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hamilton, the average day length in December is 8h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hamilton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hamilton?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from 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
Hamilton, ND

Average temperature in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hamilton, ND

Average pressure in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hamilton, ND

Average wind speed in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hamilton, ND

Average humidity in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamilton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Hamilton, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamilton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hamilton, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hamilton, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamilton, ND

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hamilton, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Hamilton, ND

Average visibility in December - Hamilton, 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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