December weather forecast
Paulson, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Paulson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 34°F (1.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). December nights in Paulson cool down to an average low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Paulson, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paulson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paulson are January through May, October through December. In Paulson, in December, snow falls for 14.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Paulson, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Paulson in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Paulson, is 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paulson?

In Paulson, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Paulson in December?

In December, in Paulson, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Paulson in December?

In Paulson, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paulson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Paulson, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Paulson have in December?

In Paulson, the average day length in December is 8h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Paulson?

On the first day of December in Paulson, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Paulson?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Paulson, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paulson?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Paulson?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Paulson?

In Paulson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Paulson, ND

Average temperature in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Paulson, 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 - Paulson, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paulson, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Paulson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Paulson, 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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