December weather forecast
Rolla, ND

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Weather in December

December in Rolla encapsulates the freezing winter spirit as temperatures continue their downward trend from November. With an average of 3.98" (101mm) of snow falling on approximately 15.7 days, the city transforms into a winter landscape. The chilly winds, scarcity of sunshine, and high humidity add to the overall coldness of the atmosphere. Compared to November, the snowfall and snowy days have decreased slightly. As the city dips further into the winter season, residents brace themselves for the chilling weather forecast for the coming January.

Temperature

As Rolla welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a freezing cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). In the month of December, Rolla witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

Humidity

In Rolla, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Rolla, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.9 rainfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.8 snowfall days, and 23.78" (604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rolla?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rolla, is 16.7°F (-8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 5.9°F (-14.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in Rolla in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rolla, in December, during 15.7 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rolla, North Dakota, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rolla, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rolla, ND

Average temperature in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
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Average wind speed in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Rolla, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Rolla, 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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