December weather forecast
Colgan, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colgan, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and an average high of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 34°F (1.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.9°F (-7.3°C). The average low-temperature, in December, in Colgan, is a frigid cold 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Colgan, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colgan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.6 days and collects up to 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Colgan. In Colgan, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow. In Colgan, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.2 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colgan.
On the first day of December in Colgan, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Colgan, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Colgan. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Colgan?

Colgan in December has an average high-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colgan?

In Colgan, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Colgan in December?

In Colgan, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colgan in December?

In Colgan, during December, snow falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colgan?

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 Colgan?

The average day length in December in Colgan is 8h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Colgan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colgan, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Colgan?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Colgan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Colgan, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Colgan?

In Colgan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colgan, ND

Average temperature in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colgan, ND

Average pressure in December - Colgan, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Colgan, ND

Average wind speed in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colgan, ND

Average humidity in December - Colgan, 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 (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colgan, ND

Average rainfall in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colgan, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colgan, ND

Average snowfall in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colgan, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.4 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
Colgan, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colgan, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colgan, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colgan, ND

Average UV index in December - Colgan, 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
Colgan, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Colgan, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Colgan, ND

Average visibility in December - Colgan, 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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