December weather forecastChanhassen, MN
December
Weather in December
December marks the arrival of full-blown winter weather in Chanhassen. The city transforms into a winter wonderland with fields and roofs coated in snow, and holiday lights illuminating the streets. Freezing temperatures prevail throughout the month, with an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C). Outdoor activities are generally limited to snow-based pastimes, and indoor events predominate. Residents await the turn of the year, bringing the cold cycle to an end and the anticipation of a new spring.Temperature
The shift into December in Chanhassen, Minnesota, is marked by a considerable temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature dropping from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In Chanhassen, the December nights cool down to an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).Humidity
In Chanhassen, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Chanhassen, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chanhassen. In Chanhassen, during December, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chanhassen.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Chanhassen, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chanhassen. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Chanhassen, 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
Chanhassen, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 2.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chanhassen, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Chanhassen, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Chanhassen, 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).
