December weather forecast
Hamlin, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hamlin, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and an average low of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

As Hamlin transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Hamlin's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hamlin is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hamlin, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hamlin, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Hamlin, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hamlin, is 22.6°F (-5.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hamlin, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Hamlin in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hamlin?

In Hamlin, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hamlin?

The average day length in December is 8h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamlin?

On the first day of December in Hamlin, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Hamlin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
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Average temperature in December
Hamlin, ND

Average temperature in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hamlin, ND

Average pressure in December - Hamlin, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hamlin, ND

Average wind speed in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hamlin, ND

Average humidity in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamlin, ND

Average rainfall in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hamlin, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamlin, ND

Average snowfall in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hamlin, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamlin, 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: 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hamlin, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Hamlin, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamlin, ND

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hamlin, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Hamlin, 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
Hamlin, ND

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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