December weather forecastDawson, ND
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Dawson, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).Temperature
Dawson's transition into December marks a considerable drop in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average nighttime temperature in Dawson, North Dakota, lowers to an extreme cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C) throughout December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dawson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dawson, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Dawson, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.7 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Dawson, the average sunshine in December is 4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in December
Dawson, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.3°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 (6.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Dawson, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dawson, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Dawson, ND
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in December
Dawson, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Dawson, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dawson, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dawson, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dawson, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
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: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dawson, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Dawson, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dawson, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
Dawson, 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).
