December weather forecast
Horace, ND

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Weather in December

December brings the full force of winter to Horace, with temperatures dropping to their annual lows. Snowfall increases, adding to the striking white landscape of North Dakota in winter. With cloud cover returning, much of the once-clear skies become overcast. The daylight hours are fewest during December, resulting in a majority of the time seeing darkness. Despite lower visibility due to weather conditions, the town's atmospheric pressure remains stable during December.

Temperature

December in Horace is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). During December, Horace's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Horace, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Horace, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Horace. December is the month with the most snowfall in Horace, North Dakota. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Horace, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Horace?

During December, Horace experiences an average high-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Horace?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Horace?

In Horace, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Horace?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Horace. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Horace in December?

In Horace, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Horace?

December has the shortest days of the year in Horace, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Horace, North Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Horace?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Horace, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Horace have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Horace, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Horace?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Horace?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Horace, North Dakota, is 1. 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
Horace, ND

Average temperature in December - Horace, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Horace, ND

Average pressure in December - Horace, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Horace, ND

Average wind speed in December - Horace, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Horace, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Horace, ND

Average rainfall in December - Horace, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Horace, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Horace, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Horace, ND

Average snowfall in December - Horace, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Horace, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 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
Horace, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Horace, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Horace, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Horace, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Horace, ND

Average UV index in December - Horace, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Horace, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Horace, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

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

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Average visibility in December
Horace, ND

Average visibility in December - Horace, 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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