December weather forecast
Bowdon, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Bowdon, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and min 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Temperature

Bowdon's transition into December is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.9 rainfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bowdon is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bowdon?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bowdon, is 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 8.2°F (-13.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bowdon?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bowdon?

In Bowdon, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Bowdon?

The month with the most snowfall in Bowdon, North Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Bowdon?

In Bowdon, in December, during 16 snowfall days, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bowdon?

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

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

In Bowdon, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bowdon?

On the first day of December in Bowdon, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bowdon?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bowdon, North Dakota, is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bowdon?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bowdon?

In Bowdon, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bowdon, ND

Average temperature in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bowdon, ND

Average pressure in December - Bowdon, 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
Bowdon, ND

Average wind speed in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bowdon, ND

Average humidity in December - Bowdon, 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 (57%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bowdon, ND

Average rainfall in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bowdon, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bowdon, ND

Average snowfall in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bowdon, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16 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
Bowdon, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bowdon, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bowdon, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bowdon, ND

Average UV index in December - Bowdon, 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
Bowdon, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Bowdon, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Bowdon, ND

Average visibility in December - Bowdon, 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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