Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Oakes, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 20.39" (518mm) 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 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Oakes, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.UV index
In Oakes, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakes, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 22.6°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°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.2°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 (5.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Oakes, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Oakes, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Oakes, ND
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).
Average rainfall in December
Oakes, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Oakes, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Oakes, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 4.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Oakes, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oakes, 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 5min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Oakes, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Oakes, 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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Oakes, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Oakes, ND
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
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