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
Bismarck's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a frigid cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C) in December.Humidity
In Bismarck, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bismarck, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15" (381mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Bismarck, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. In Bismarck, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 73.7 snowfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Bismarck is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Bismarck, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Bismarck in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Bismarck?
How much does it rain in Bismarck in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Bismarck?
What is the month with the shortest days in Bismarck?
How many hours of daylight does Bismarck have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bismarck?
How many hours of sunshine does Bismarck have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bismarck?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Bismarck?
Average temperature in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Bismarck, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).
Average rainfall in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average rainfall in December: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average snowfall in December: 3.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Bismarck, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Bismarck, ND
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
Bismarck, 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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