December weather forecast
Fort Ransom, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Ransom, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and min 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

December signals a considerable drop in Fort Ransom's average high-temperature, reducing from an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Fort Ransom encounters an average low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Fort Ransom, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Ransom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.2 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Ransom are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) 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 7:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Fort Ransom, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Ransom is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fort Ransom?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, during December are 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Ransom?

In Fort Ransom, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Ransom?

In Fort Ransom, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Fort Ransom?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Fort Ransom in December?

In December, in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, it is snowing for 15.3 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Ransom?

The month with the shortest days in Fort Ransom, North Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Ransom?

The average day length in December in Fort Ransom is 8h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Ransom?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fort Ransom?

In Fort Ransom, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Fort Ransom?

In Fort Ransom, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Fort Ransom, ND

Average temperature in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average pressure in December - Fort Ransom, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average wind speed in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average humidity in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average rainfall in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average snowfall in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 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
Fort Ransom, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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: 3h and 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average UV index in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Ransom, ND

Average visibility in December - Fort Ransom, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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