December weather forecast
Raleigh, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raleigh, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). During December, Raleigh witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Raleigh, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Raleigh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.3 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Raleigh are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Raleigh. Snow falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Raleigh.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:08 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Raleigh are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Raleigh?

During December, Raleigh experiences an average high-temperature of 23°F (-5°C) and a low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raleigh?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, North Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Raleigh?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, North Dakota, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raleigh?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Raleigh have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Raleigh?

On the first day of December in Raleigh, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:08 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Raleigh?

In Raleigh, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Raleigh?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Raleigh?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Raleigh, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Raleigh, ND

Average temperature in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Raleigh, ND

Average pressure in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Raleigh, ND

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Raleigh, ND

Average humidity in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raleigh, ND

Average rainfall in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raleigh, ND

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raleigh, ND

Average snowfall in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raleigh, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 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
Raleigh, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raleigh, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Raleigh, ND

Average UV index in December - Raleigh, 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 November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Raleigh, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Raleigh, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Raleigh, ND

Average visibility in December - Raleigh, 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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