December weather forecastBelle Plaine, MN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Belle Plaine, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and min 14.9°F (-9.5°C).Temperature
The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In Belle Plaine, the December nights cool down to an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).Humidity
In Belle Plaine, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, in Belle Plaine, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.6 rainfall days, and 10.35" (263mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Belle Plaine are January through April, October through December. In Belle Plaine, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Belle Plaine, there are 48.6 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Belle Plaine is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Belle Plaine, Minnesota, is 3.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Belle Plaine, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
