December weather forecast
Galesburg, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Galesburg, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8.6°F (-13°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

Galesburg experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from a wintry 36°F (2.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature in Galesburg is a frigid cold 8.6°F (-13°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Galesburg is 88%.

Rainfall

In Galesburg, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Galesburg, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Galesburg. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) 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 in Galesburg, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Galesburg is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Galesburg in December?

During December, Galesburg experiences an average high-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 8.6°F (-13°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Galesburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Galesburg is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Galesburg?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, in December, during 14 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galesburg?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Galesburg?

The average day length in December is 8h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Galesburg?

On the first day of December in Galesburg, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Galesburg?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Galesburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Galesburg is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Galesburg, ND

Average temperature in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Galesburg, ND

Average pressure in December - Galesburg, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Galesburg, ND

Average wind speed in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Galesburg, ND

Average humidity in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Galesburg, ND

Average rainfall in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Galesburg, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Galesburg, ND

Average snowfall in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Galesburg, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14 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
Galesburg, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Galesburg, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Galesburg, ND

Average UV index in December - Galesburg, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Galesburg, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Galesburg, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Galesburg, ND

Average visibility in December - Galesburg, 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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