December weather forecast
Thompson, ND

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thompson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's cold 35.6°F (2°C) to a freezing cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Thompson averages to a frigid cold 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Thompson is 89%.

Rainfall

In Thompson, in December, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thompson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.3 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Thompson. The month with the most snowfall in Thompson is December, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Thompson, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Thompson is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Thompson. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Thompson?

During December, Thompson experiences an average high-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and a low-temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Thompson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Thompson, North Dakota, is 89%.

How much does it rain in Thompson in December?

In Thompson, in December, during 1.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Thompson?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Thompson?

In Thompson, North Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thompson?

The month with the shortest days in Thompson is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Thompson?

The average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thompson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thompson, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Thompson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Thompson, North Dakota, is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thompson?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Thompson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Thompson, North Dakota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thompson, ND

Average temperature in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thompson, ND

Average pressure in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Thompson, ND

Average wind speed in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Thompson, ND

Average humidity in December - Thompson, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thompson, ND

Average rainfall in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thompson, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thompson, ND

Average snowfall in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Thompson, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 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
Thompson, ND

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Thompson, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thompson, ND

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Thompson, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Thompson, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Thompson, ND

Average visibility in December - Thompson, 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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