December weather forecast
Hamilton, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hamilton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 7°F (-13.9°C) and max 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Hamilton sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a wintry 33.8°F (1°C) to a subzero cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C). In December, Hamilton's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 7°F (-13.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Hamilton, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hamilton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.7 days and collects up to 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Hamilton. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hamilton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hamilton is 3.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hamilton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hamilton, records 17.2°F (-8.2°C), while the low-temperature is 7°F (-13.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hamilton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hamilton is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hamilton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hamilton in December?

In Hamilton, North Dakota, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamilton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Hamilton, North Dakota, is 8h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamilton?

On the first day of December in Hamilton, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hamilton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hamilton, North Dakota, is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hamilton?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hamilton.

How high is the UV index in December in Hamilton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hamilton is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hamilton, ND

Average temperature in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hamilton, ND

Average pressure in December - Hamilton, 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
Hamilton, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hamilton, ND

Average humidity in December - Hamilton, 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
Hamilton, ND

Average rainfall in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hamilton, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hamilton, ND

Average snowfall in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hamilton, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hamilton, ND

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

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hamilton, ND

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hamilton, ND

Average UV index in December - Hamilton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hamilton, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Hamilton, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Hamilton, ND

Average visibility in December - Hamilton, 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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