December weather forecast
Tappen, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tappen, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10.2°F (-12.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

As Tappen welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's icy 37.4°F (3°C) to a subzero cold 21.2°F (-6°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Tappen averages of 10.2°F (-12.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Tappen, North Dakota, in December, during 2.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Tappen. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Tappen, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tappen is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Tappen?

In Tappen, in December, the average high-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.2°F (-12.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tappen?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Tappen?

In Tappen, in December, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Tappen?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Tappen?

In Tappen, North Dakota, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tappen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Tappen, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tappen?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tappen?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tappen?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tappen is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tappen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tappen, ND

Average temperature in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Tappen, ND

Average pressure in December - Tappen, 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
Tappen, ND

Average wind speed in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tappen, ND

Average humidity in December - Tappen, 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 (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Tappen, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Tappen, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tappen, ND

Average snowfall in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tappen, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tappen, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Tappen, ND

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tappen, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Tappen, ND

Average visibility in December - Tappen, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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