December weather forecast
Voltaire, ND

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's cold 35.6°F (2°C) to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). In December, the average low-temperature is an extreme cold 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Voltaire, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.5 rainfall days, and 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Voltaire, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Voltaire, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, 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 in Voltaire.

UV index

In Voltaire, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Voltaire, is 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Voltaire, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Voltaire, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Voltaire have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Voltaire, ND

Average temperature in December - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average pressure in December - Voltaire, 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 - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average humidity in December - Voltaire, 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 - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average snowfall in December - Voltaire, 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 - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Voltaire, 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
Voltaire, ND

Average UV index in December - Voltaire, 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 - Voltaire, 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 - Voltaire, 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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