December weather forecast
Rolette, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rolette, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.9°F (-14.5°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

Rolette's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

In Rolette, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.9 rainfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rolette, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 86.8 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rolette, North Dakota, is 3.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rolette, is 16.7°F (-8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rolette, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rolette?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rolette have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rolette, ND

Average pressure in December - Rolette, 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
Rolette, ND

Average wind speed in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

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

Average humidity in December
Rolette, ND

Average humidity in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Rolette, ND

Average rainfall in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Rolette, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rolette, ND

Average snowfall in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rolette, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rolette, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rolette, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rolette, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rolette, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Rolette, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Rolette, ND

Average visibility in December - Rolette, 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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