December weather forecastCologne, MN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Cologne, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Temperature
The arrival of December brings a significant change in Cologne's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Cologne observes an average nighttime temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Cologne, Minnesota, is 87%.Rainfall
In Cologne, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cologne, Minnesota, there are 123.5 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cologne. In Cologne, Minnesota, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cologne, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 20.83" (529mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Cologne, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Cologne, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cologne. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Cologne, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.3°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 (20.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.1°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
Cologne, 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
Cologne, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Cologne, MN
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Cologne, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Cologne, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Cologne, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Cologne, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cologne, 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Cologne, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Cologne, 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
Cologne, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Cologne, 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).
