Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Watford City records a consistent low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) during December nights.Humidity
In Watford City, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Watford City, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Watford City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Watford City. Snow falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.07" (78mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:10 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Watford City?
What is the average humidity in December in Watford City?
How many days does it rain in December in Watford City?
What is the snowiest month in Watford City?
How much does it snow in Watford City in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Watford City?
What is the average length of the day in December in Watford City?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Watford City?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Watford City?
How long on average sun shines in December in Watford City?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Watford City?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Watford City?
Average temperature in December
Watford City, 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).
Average pressure in December
Watford City, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Watford City, 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).
Average humidity in December
Watford City, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Watford City, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Watford City, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Watford City, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Watford City, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Watford City, 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: 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).
Average sunshine days in December
Watford City, 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).
Average UV index in December
Watford City, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Watford City, 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).
Average visibility in December
Watford City, 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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