December weather forecast
New Town, ND

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Weather in December

December in New Town, North Dakota signifies the full arrival of winter. The city gets blanketed under a thick layer of snow, justifying its snowiest month designation. The cold conditions remain dominant throughout the day, with daylight hours decreasing to their lowest. The introduction of winter marks the beginning of seasonal festivities and holidays. Despite the adverse weather conditions, the city comes alive with holiday spirit, glowing lights and beautifully decorated landmarks, demonstrating a perfect end to the year.

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 37°F (2.8°C) to a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). In New Town, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a frigid cold 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Town, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69.9 rainfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In New Town, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Town, is 21.6°F (-5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Town, in December, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Town, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In New Town, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Town, ND

Average temperature in December - New Town, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°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 (5.7°F).

Average pressure in December
New Town, ND

Average pressure in December - New Town, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - New Town, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
New Town, ND

Average humidity in December - New Town, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
New Town, ND

Average rainfall in December - New Town, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
New Town, ND

Average rainfall days in December - New Town, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Town, ND

Average snowfall in December - New Town, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Town, ND

Average snowfall days in December - New Town, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Town, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Town, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Town, ND

Average sunshine days in December - New Town, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
New Town, ND

Average UV index in December - New Town, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - New Town, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
New Town, ND

Average visibility in December - New Town, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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