December weather forecastDevils Lake, ND
December
Weather in December
December ushers in the full-fledged winter season in Devils Lake. The climate gets extreme, with short periods of daylight and an increase in snowfall to 3.9" (99mm) across 15.5 snowy days. With festive lights decking the snow-covered city, the holiday spirit keeps the chilly weather at bay. Devils Lake in December is a white wonderland, with twinkling lights reflecting on the blanketed snow, creating a picturesque sight. With this, the climatic cycle of the year reaches its closure, awaiting the arrival of a fresh new year.Temperature
The start of December in Devils Lake signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). In Devils Lake, December nights cool down to an average of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Devils Lake is 90%.Rainfall
In Devils Lake, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Devils Lake, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Devils Lake, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Devils Lake, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Devils Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 18.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 7.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).
Average pressure in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).
Average rainfall in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.9"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Devils Lake, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min
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
Devils Lake, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Devils Lake, 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
Devils Lake, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Devils Lake, 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).
