December weather forecast
Norman, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Norman, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 10°F (-12.2°C) and max 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Norman, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Norman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Norman, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 10°F (-12.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Norman, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Norman, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Norman?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Norman have in December?

In Norman, the average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Norman have in December?

In Norman, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Norman, ND

Average temperature in December - Norman, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Norman, ND

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

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Norman, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Norman, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Norman, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Norman, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Norman, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norman, ND

Average snowfall in December - Norman, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norman, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norman, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Norman, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Norman, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Norman, ND

Average UV index in December - Norman, 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
Norman, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Norman, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

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

Average visibility in December
Norman, ND

Average visibility in December - Norman, 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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