December weather forecast
Sutton, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Sutton, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 8.2°F (-13.2°C) and max 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

A shift in Sutton's weather is noticeable as November turns into December, with the average high temperature decreasing from an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). During December, Sutton witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sutton, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sutton, there are 87.8 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) 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 8:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sutton, in December, during 13.6 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sutton have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sutton, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Sutton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sutton, ND

Average temperature in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°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 January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sutton, ND

Average pressure in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sutton, ND

Average humidity in December - Sutton, 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 (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Sutton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Sutton, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sutton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
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 - Sutton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sutton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sutton, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Sutton, ND

Average UV index in December - Sutton, 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
Sutton, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Sutton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Sutton, ND

Average visibility in December - Sutton, 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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