December weather forecastSouris, ND
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Souris, North Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 17.6°F (-8°C) and min 6.4°F (-14.2°C).Temperature
The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 17.6°F (-8°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 6.4°F (-14.2°C) is expected.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.Rainfall
In Souris, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Souris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.7 days and collects up to 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Souris, in December, snow falls for 16.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow. In Souris, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 24.17" (614mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Souris, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Souris, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Souris, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 17.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 6.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Souris, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Souris, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Souris, ND
- Average humidity in December: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).
Average rainfall in December
Souris, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in December
Souris, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Souris, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 4.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Souris, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Souris, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min
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 18min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Souris, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Souris, 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 January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Souris, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Souris, 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 and February (4mi).
