December weather forecastPark River, ND
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Park River, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and min 7°F (-13.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of December brings a significant change in Park River's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's cold 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 7°F (-13.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Park River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.8 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) 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 8:02 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Park River, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.5°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 (1°F).
Average pressure in December
Park River, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Park River, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Park River, ND
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).
Average rainfall in December
Park River, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Park River, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Park River, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.62"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Park River, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Park River, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 24min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Park River, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Park River, 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, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Park River, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Park River, 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).
