December weather forecast
Devils Lake, ND

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Weather in December

December ushers in the full-fledged winter season in Devils Lake. The climate gets extreme, with short periods of daylight and an increase in snowfall to 3.9" (99mm) across 15.5 snowy days. With festive lights decking the snow-covered city, the holiday spirit keeps the chilly weather at bay. Devils Lake in December is a white wonderland, with twinkling lights reflecting on the blanketed snow, creating a picturesque sight. With this, the climatic cycle of the year reaches its closure, awaiting the arrival of a fresh new year.

Temperature

The start of December in Devils Lake signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 18.1°F (-7.7°C). In Devils Lake, December nights cool down to an average of 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Devils Lake is 90%.

Rainfall

In Devils Lake, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Devils Lake, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Devils Lake, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Devils Lake, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Devils Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Devils Lake in December?

In Devils Lake, in December, the average high-temperature is 18.1°F (-7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.2°F (-13.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Devils Lake?

In Devils Lake, North Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Devils Lake?

In Devils Lake, in December, it is raining for 2.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Devils Lake?

The month with the most snowfall in Devils Lake is December, when snow falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Devils Lake?

In December, in Devils Lake, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Devils Lake?

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

How many hours of daylight does Devils Lake have in December?

In Devils Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Devils Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Devils Lake, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Devils Lake?

The average sunshine duration in December in Devils Lake, North Dakota, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Devils Lake?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Devils Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Devils Lake is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average temperature in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average pressure in December - Devils Lake, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average wind speed in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average humidity in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

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Average rainfall in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average rainfall in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average rainfall days in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average snowfall in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average snowfall days in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.5 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
Devils Lake, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Devils Lake, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average UV index in December - Devils Lake, 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
Devils Lake, ND

Average cloud cover in December - Devils Lake, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Devils Lake, ND

Average visibility in December - Devils Lake, 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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