December weather forecastEagan, MN
December
Weather in December
In December, winter takes center stage in Eagan, Minnesota, with temperatures falling drastically towards the year's end. The conditions facilitate snowfall, coating the city in a white blanket and reviving the spectacular winter landscapes. Despite the high humidity and low temperatures, the month exhibits a unique charm, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. With fewer hours of daylight and more cloudy days, December makes for colder and more indoor-focused days. Overall, Eagan wraps up the year with characteristic chilly winter weather.Temperature
Eagan's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Eagan records an average nighttime low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) throughout December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Eagan, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Eagan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Eagan, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow. In Eagan, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.5 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Eagan, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Eagan, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Eagan, 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
Eagan, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Eagan, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Eagan, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Eagan, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Eagan, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Eagan, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Eagan, 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 30min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Eagan, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Eagan, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Eagan, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Eagan, 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).
