December weather forecast
Northwood, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Northwood, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and max 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C). Northwood experiences an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 8.2°F (-13.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.5 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Northwood. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Northwood, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

In Northwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Northwood experiences an average high-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Northwood in December?

In Northwood, during December, the rain falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Northwood, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Northwood, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Northwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Northwood, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.7°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 (15.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Northwood, ND

Average pressure in December - Northwood, 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
Northwood, ND

Average wind speed in December - Northwood, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Northwood, ND

Average humidity in December - Northwood, 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
Northwood, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Northwood, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Northwood, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northwood, ND

Average snowfall in December - Northwood, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northwood, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Northwood, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northwood, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Northwood, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Northwood, ND

Average UV index in December - Northwood, 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
Northwood, ND

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Northwood, ND

Average visibility in December - Northwood, 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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