December weather forecast
Atcoal, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Atcoal, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Atcoal is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atcoal, there are 85.6 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Atcoal, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 14.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Atcoal, there are 73.2 snowfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Atcoal, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Atcoal, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Atcoal. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Atcoal in December?

The high-temperature during December is 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and the low-temperature is 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atcoal?

The average relative humidity in December in Atcoal, North Dakota, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Atcoal in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Atcoal?

In Atcoal, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atcoal?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Atcoal.

How many hours of daylight does Atcoal have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Atcoal?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atcoal, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Atcoal?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Atcoal, North Dakota.

How many hours of sunshine does Atcoal have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Atcoal?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Atcoal?

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

Average temperature in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Atcoal, ND

Average pressure in December - Atcoal, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Atcoal, ND

Average wind speed in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Atcoal, ND

Average humidity in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
Atcoal, ND

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Atcoal, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Atcoal, ND

Average snowfall in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Atcoal, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Atcoal, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Atcoal, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Atcoal, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Atcoal, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Atcoal, ND

Average visibility in December - Atcoal, 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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