December weather forecast
Karlsruhe, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Karlsruhe, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max -6.5°C and min -12.6°C.

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a cold 2°C to a subzero cold -6.5°C. During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of -12.6°C.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 12mm of precipitation is accumulated. In Karlsruhe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 354mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Karlsruhe, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 69mm of snow is typically accumulated. In Karlsruhe, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 412mm of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Karlsruhe, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Karlsruhe are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Karlsruhe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Karlsruhe in December?
During December, Karlsruhe experiences an average high-temperature of -6.5°C and a low-temperature of -12.6°C. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 28°C.
What is the average humidity in December in Karlsruhe?
The average relative humidity in December in Karlsruhe is 87%.
How much does it rain in Karlsruhe in December?
In December, in Karlsruhe, North Dakota, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 12mm of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Karlsruhe in December?
In Karlsruhe, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Karlsruhe?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Karlsruhe?
The average day length in December in Karlsruhe, North Dakota, is 8h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Karlsruhe?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Karlsruhe?
January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Karlsruhe.
How long on average sun shines in December in Karlsruhe?
The average sunshine duration in December in Karlsruhe is 3.8h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Karlsruhe?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Karlsruhe is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
2°C
-6.5°C
-7.7°C
Average low temperature
-4.5°C
-12.6°C
-15.3°C
Average pressure
1017.3mbar
1020.4mbar
1020.7mbar
Average wind speed
16.5km/h
16.2km/h
17km/h
Average max. wind speed
17.6km/h
17.3km/h
18.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
26.8km/h
27.5km/h
29.1km/h
Average humidity
76%
87%
90%
Average rainfall
13mm
12mm
11mm
Average rainfall days
4.1
2.2
2
Average snowfall
60mm
69mm
75mm
Average snowfall days
7.8
11.2
12
Average daylight
9h 2min
8h 2min
8h 5min
Average sunshine
4h 5min
3h 5min
3h 5min
Average sunshine days
19.5
19.3
19
Average UV index
2
2
1
Average cloud cover
47%
61%
60%
Average visibility
9km
8km
8km
Average temperature in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: -6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -12.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 69mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (75mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Karlsruhe, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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