December weather forecast
Watrous, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Watrous, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Watrous, North Dakota, averages to a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Watrous is 82%.

Rainfall

In Watrous, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Watrous, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Watrous, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Watrous, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Watrous, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watrous have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. 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
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Watrous, ND

Average temperature in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Watrous, ND

Average pressure in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watrous, ND

Average wind speed in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Watrous, ND

Average humidity in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Watrous, ND

Average rainfall in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Watrous, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watrous, ND

Average snowfall in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watrous, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watrous, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Watrous, ND

Average UV index in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Watrous, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Watrous, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Watrous, ND

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

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

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