December weather forecast
Tagus, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Tagus, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Temperature

The changeover to December signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

In Tagus, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tagus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tagus, during December, snow falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.4 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) 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 8:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Tagus.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tagus is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Tagus in December has an average high-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.1°F (-12.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tagus, North Dakota, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tagus, during December, snow falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tagus have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tagus have in December?

In Tagus, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Tagus, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tagus, ND

Average temperature in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tagus, ND

Average pressure in December - Tagus, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tagus, ND

Average wind speed in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tagus, ND

Average humidity in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Tagus, ND

Average rainfall in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Tagus, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tagus, ND

Average snowfall in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tagus, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tagus, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Tagus, ND

Average UV index in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tagus, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Tagus, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Tagus, ND

Average visibility in December - Tagus, 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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