December weather forecastRutland, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rutland, North Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C).Temperature
As December arrives, Rutland's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from November's cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a subzero cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). During the nights in December, Rutland experiences a consistent average temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Rutland, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rutland, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rutland. In Rutland, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rutland, there are 57.2 snowfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Rutland are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. 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
Rutland, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Rutland, ND
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Rutland, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Rutland, ND
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).
Average rainfall in December
Rutland, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Rutland, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rutland, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 2.56"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rutland, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rutland, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
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: 3h and 36min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rutland, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Rutland, ND
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Rutland, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Rutland, ND
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).
