December weather forecastDresden, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Dresden, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 5.9°F (-14.5°C) and max 16.5°F (-8.6°C).Temperature
The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 16.5°F (-8.6°C). During December, Dresden witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.Rainfall
In Dresden, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dresden, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Dresden, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Dresden, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Dresden, North Dakota, is 3.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Dresden are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dresden, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 16.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Dresden, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dresden, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Dresden, ND
- Average humidity in December: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in December
Dresden, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Dresden, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dresden, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 4.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dresden, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dresden, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dresden, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Dresden, 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
Dresden, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Dresden, 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).
