December weather forecast
Forest River, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Forest River, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and an average high of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December, moving down from a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.3°F (-7.6°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Forest River, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Forest River, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Forest River, North Dakota. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Forest River, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Forest River in December?

December temperatures in Forest River vary between a high-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Forest River?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Forest River?

In Forest River, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Forest River?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Forest River, North Dakota. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Forest River in December?

In Forest River, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 14 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Forest River?

December has the shortest days of the year in Forest River, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Forest River have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Forest River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest River, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest River have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Forest River, North Dakota, is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Forest River?

In Forest River, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forest River, ND

Average temperature in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Forest River, ND

Average pressure in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Forest River, ND

Average wind speed in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Forest River, ND

Average humidity in December - Forest River, 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 (59%).

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Average rainfall in December
Forest River, ND

Average rainfall in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Forest River, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Forest River, ND

Average snowfall in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Forest River, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 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
Forest River, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Forest River, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Forest River, ND

Average UV index in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Forest River, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Forest River, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Forest River, ND

Average visibility in December - Forest River, 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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