December weather forecast
Rawson, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rawson, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and max 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

As Rawson transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Rawson observes an average nighttime temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rawson, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rawson are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. 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 average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Rawson, in December, the average high-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Rawson in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rawson have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rawson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rawson, ND

Average temperature in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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 - Rawson, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
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 - Rawson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rawson, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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