December weather forecast
Saint Paul, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Saint Paul, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, Saint Paul experiences an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In Saint Paul, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Saint Paul, Iowa. In Saint Paul, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Saint Paul, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Paul.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Saint Paul, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint Paul?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saint Paul, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25°F (-3.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Paul?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saint Paul is 79%.

What is the driest month in Saint Paul?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint Paul?

In Saint Paul, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint Paul?

In Saint Paul, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Paul?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Paul, Iowa.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Paul have in December?

In December, the average day length in Saint Paul, Iowa, is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Paul?

On the first day of December in Saint Paul, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Paul have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint Paul, Iowa, is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Paul?

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint Paul are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Saint Paul?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Saint Paul is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average temperature in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average pressure in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average humidity in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average UV index in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Saint Paul, IA

Average visibility in December - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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