December weather forecast
Bottineau, ND

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Weather in December

Residents of Bottineau, North Dakota, conclude their year amidst heavy snowfall, measuring up to 4.13" (105mm). The day shrinks to the shortest span of daylight in the year, casting long evening shadows. Bottineau settles into a hushed serenity under a blanket of snow, as winter takes hold. As the city gears up for the holiday season, every snowflake adds to the festive charm. With clouds dominating the sky, the bite of the wind serves as a reminder of the chill in the peak winter month.

Temperature

As December begins in Bottineau, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 17.6°F (-8°C). December nights in Bottineau, North Dakota, experience a consistent temperature drop to an extreme cold 6.4°F (-14.2°C).

Humidity

In Bottineau, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Bottineau, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Bottineau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.7 days and collects up to 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bottineau, in December, during 16.7 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bottineau, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 24.17" (614mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bottineau is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bottineau, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
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 midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bottineau?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bottineau during December are 17.6°F (-8°C) and 6.4°F (-14.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Bottineau?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bottineau is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bottineau?

In Bottineau, North Dakota, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bottineau?

In Bottineau, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bottineau?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Bottineau?

The average day length in December in Bottineau, North Dakota, is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bottineau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bottineau, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bottineau have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bottineau is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bottineau?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bottineau?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bottineau, ND

Average temperature in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bottineau, ND

Average pressure in December - Bottineau, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bottineau, ND

Average wind speed in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bottineau, ND

Average humidity in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bottineau, ND

Average rainfall in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bottineau, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bottineau, ND

Average snowfall in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bottineau, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bottineau, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bottineau, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bottineau, ND

Average UV index in December - Bottineau, 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
Bottineau, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Bottineau, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Bottineau, ND

Average visibility in December - Bottineau, 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 and February (4mi).

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