December weather forecast
Rawson, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rawson, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

In Rawson, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). During December, Rawson experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rawson, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Rawson, North Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rawson are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rawson, North Dakota, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rawson. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rawson?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rawson, is 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.3°F (-11.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rawson?

The average relative humidity in December in Rawson, North Dakota, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rawson?

In Rawson, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Rawson?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Rawson. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Rawson in December?

In Rawson, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rawson?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rawson, North Dakota.

How many hours of daylight does Rawson have in December?

The average day length in December in Rawson, North Dakota, is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rawson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rawson, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Rawson?

January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rawson.

How many hours of sunshine does Rawson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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

February 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 Rawson?

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

Average temperature in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rawson, ND

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

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Average wind speed in December
Rawson, ND

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rawson, ND

Average humidity in December - Rawson, 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 (49%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rawson, ND

Average rainfall in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rawson, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rawson, ND

Average snowfall in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rawson, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.2 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
Rawson, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rawson, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rawson, ND

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rawson, ND

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Rawson, ND

Average visibility in December - Rawson, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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