December weather forecast
Voltaire, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Voltaire, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

In Voltaire, the onset of December is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from November's icy 35.6°F (2°C) to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average temperature in Voltaire during December nights dips to a frigid cold 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Voltaire, North Dakota, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Voltaire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.5 days and collects up to 13.94" (354mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Voltaire, North Dakota, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Voltaire, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Voltaire.

UV index

In Voltaire, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Voltaire in December?

In Voltaire, 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 9.3°F (-12.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Voltaire?

The average relative humidity in December in Voltaire is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Voltaire?

In Voltaire, during December, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Voltaire in December?

In Voltaire, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Voltaire?

December has the shortest days of the year in Voltaire, North Dakota, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Voltaire, the average day length in December is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Voltaire?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Voltaire, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Voltaire?

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Voltaire?

In Voltaire, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Voltaire?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Voltaire is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Voltaire, ND

Average temperature in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Voltaire, ND

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

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Average wind speed in December
Voltaire, ND

Average wind speed in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Voltaire, ND

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in December
Voltaire, ND

Average rainfall in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Voltaire, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Voltaire, ND

Average snowfall in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Voltaire, ND

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 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
Voltaire, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Voltaire, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Voltaire, ND

Average UV index in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Voltaire, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Voltaire, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Voltaire, ND

Average visibility in December - Voltaire, 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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