December weather forecast
Casselton, ND

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Weather in December

In December, the city of Casselton welcomes winter in full swing. The biting winter cold becomes tangible as temperatures plummet to an average high of only 20.8°F (-6.2°C). Snowflakes decorating window panes and the sight of breath fogging up in the cold air become an everyday occurrence. Despite the icy conditions and short daylight hours, the holiday season invites a feeling of warmth and cheer among the residents. As the year draws to a close, residents celebrate the joys of the holiday season under a clear winter sky, offering a poignant farewell to a year of weather extremes.

Temperature

Casselton in December showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C). Casselton, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

In Casselton, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Casselton, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Casselton, there are 102.6 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) 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 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Casselton is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Casselton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Casselton in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Casselton, is 20.8°F (-6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 10.4°F (-12°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Casselton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Casselton is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Casselton?

In Casselton, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Casselton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.6 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Casselton in December?

In Casselton, in December, snow falls for 15.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Casselton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Casselton, North Dakota, is 8h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Casselton?

On the first day of December in Casselton, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Casselton?

January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Casselton.

How long on average sun shines in December in Casselton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Casselton is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Casselton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Casselton?

In Casselton, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Casselton, ND

Average temperature in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Casselton, ND

Average pressure in December - Casselton, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Casselton, ND

Average wind speed in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Casselton, ND

Average humidity in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Casselton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Casselton, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Casselton, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.6 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
Casselton, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Casselton, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Casselton, ND

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Casselton, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Casselton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Casselton, ND

Average visibility in December - Casselton, 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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