December weather forecast
Colfax, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colfax, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to an extreme cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C) in Colfax, North Dakota.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Colfax is 87%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, North Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.1 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) 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 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Colfax, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Colfax, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Colfax in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Colfax, is 22.1°F (-5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colfax?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Colfax in December?

In Colfax, North Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Colfax?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Colfax in December?

In Colfax, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colfax?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colfax.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in December?

In Colfax, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Colfax?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colfax, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Colfax, North Dakota, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Colfax?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Colfax?

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

Average temperature in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°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 (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colfax, ND

Average pressure in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Colfax, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colfax, ND

Average humidity in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colfax, ND

Average rainfall in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colfax, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colfax, ND

Average snowfall in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colfax, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 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
Colfax, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colfax, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colfax, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colfax, ND

Average UV index in December - Colfax, 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
Colfax, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Colfax, ND

Average visibility in December - Colfax, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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