December weather forecast
Velva, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Velva, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a cold 35.6°F (2°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). An average temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Velva, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Velva, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Velva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Velva, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Velva experiences an average high-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, 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 Velva, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Velva?

In Velva, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Velva have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Velva, ND

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Velva, ND

Average pressure in December - Velva, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Velva, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Velva, ND

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

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Velva, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Velva, ND

Average snowfall in December - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
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 - Velva, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Velva, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Velva, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Velva, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Velva, ND

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Velva, 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
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Average visibility in December - Velva, 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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