December weather forecastCavalier, ND
December
Weather in December
December in Cavalier, North Dakota marks the true onset of winter, with freezing temperatures, snowfall, and reduced daylight hours. The temperature dips further, challenging January with an average high of just 17.2°F (-8.2°C). Even as Mother Nature wraps Cavalier in its icy grip, the wintery landscapes exude a charm of their own. The year concludes with the city in deep winter, setting the stage for the cycle to begin anew in January.Temperature
Cavalier experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 33.8°F (1°C) in November to a subzero cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 7°F (-13.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In Cavalier, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cavalier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.7 days and collects up to 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Cavalier are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cavalier.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Cavalier, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 17.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 7°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 (0.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Cavalier, 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 (59%).
Average rainfall in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min
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 48min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Cavalier, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Cavalier, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Cavalier, 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).
