December weather forecast
Loraine, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Loraine, North Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 9.1°F (-12.7°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). In Loraine, the expected average low-temperature for December is an extreme cold 9.1°F (-12.7°C).

Humidity

In Loraine, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Loraine, North Dakota, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Loraine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 16.1" (409mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Loraine, during December, snow falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Loraine, there are 74.4 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Loraine 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: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Loraine?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Loraine during December are 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 9.1°F (-12.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Loraine?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Loraine?

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Loraine in December?

In December, in Loraine, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Loraine?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Loraine have in December?

In Loraine, the average day length in December is 8h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Loraine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Loraine, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Loraine?

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Loraine, North Dakota.

How many hours of sunshine does Loraine have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Loraine?

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

Average temperature in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Loraine, ND

Average pressure in December - Loraine, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Loraine, ND

Average wind speed in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Loraine, ND

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Loraine, ND

Average rainfall in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Loraine, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Loraine, ND

Average snowfall in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Loraine, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 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
Loraine, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loraine, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Loraine, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Loraine, ND

Average UV index in December - Loraine, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Loraine, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Loraine, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Loraine, ND

Average visibility in December - Loraine, 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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