December weather forecastFort Totten, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Fort Totten, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°F (-7.7°C) and 7.2°F (-13.8°C).Temperature
As Fort Totten transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). Fort Totten in December experiences a low-temperature average of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.Rainfall
In Fort Totten, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Totten, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.3 days and collects up to 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Fort Totten, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
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 30min).
- 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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
Fort Totten, 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).
