December weather forecast
Minneapolis, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Minneapolis, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Minneapolis's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Minneapolis, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Minneapolis, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.1 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Minneapolis are January through May, October through December. In Minneapolis, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.6 days and aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Minneapolis, Kansas. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Minneapolis?

Minneapolis in December has an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Minneapolis in December?

In Minneapolis, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minneapolis?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Minneapolis.

What is the average length of the day in December in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Minneapolis?

On the first day of December in Minneapolis, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Minneapolis?

The month with the least sunshine in Minneapolis is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Minneapolis is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Minneapolis?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Minneapolis?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average temperature in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average pressure in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average wind speed in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average humidity in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average rainfall in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average snowfall in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Minneapolis, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average UV index in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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
Minneapolis, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Minneapolis, KS

Average visibility in December - Minneapolis, KS
  • 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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