December weather forecast
Washburn, ND

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Weather in December

December brings in the full force of winter to Washburn with temperatures often skirting 10.6°F (-11.9°C). The city wraps itself in a blanket of snow, painting a picturesque winter landscape. The short daylight hours and decreased visibility add to the winter's mystique. Wind speeds remain steady, carrying the chilled air through the city. December endows Washburn with a winter wonderland, just in time for the festive season.

Temperature

The shift into December is marked by a considerable temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature dropping from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In Washburn, December nights cool down to an average of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Washburn, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washburn are January through May, October through December. In Washburn, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.6 snowfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Washburn, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Washburn?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Washburn during December are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 10.6°F (-11.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Washburn?

The average relative humidity in December in Washburn, North Dakota, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Washburn in December?

In Washburn, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Washburn in December?

In Washburn, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Washburn?

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

How many hours of daylight does Washburn have in December?

In Washburn, the average day length in December is 8h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Washburn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Washburn, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Washburn?

In Washburn, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Washburn?

The months with the lowest UV index in Washburn, North Dakota, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Washburn?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Washburn, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washburn, ND

Average temperature in December - Washburn, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Washburn, ND

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Washburn, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Washburn, ND

Average humidity in December - Washburn, 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 (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Washburn, ND

Average rainfall in December - Washburn, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Washburn, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Washburn, ND

Average snowfall in December - Washburn, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Washburn, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Washburn, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washburn, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Washburn, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Washburn, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Washburn, ND

Average UV index in December - Washburn, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Washburn, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Washburn, ND

Average visibility in December - Washburn, 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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