December weather forecast
Eden Prairie, MN

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Weather in December

December brings back the winter season in Eden Prairie, with cold temperatures, regular snowfall occurrences, and notably shorter daylight hours. A notable drop in high temperatures, from 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to around 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in December, characterizes the winter's onset. Hence, December flips the weather of Eden Prairie from autumn's cool to winter's chill. Thus, it marks the complete transition into the holiday season, prompting cozy indoor activities and winter preparations with snowy landscapes dotting Eden Prairie.

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Eden Prairie, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Eden Prairie is 87%.

Rainfall

In Eden Prairie, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.7 rainfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, are January through April, October through December. In Eden Prairie, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Eden Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Eden Prairie, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Eden Prairie, 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 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Eden Prairie?

The high-temperature, in December, in Eden Prairie, records 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Eden Prairie?

In December, the average relative humidity in Eden Prairie is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Eden Prairie?

In Eden Prairie, Minnesota, in December, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Eden Prairie in December?

In Eden Prairie, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Eden Prairie?

The month with the shortest days in Eden Prairie is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Eden Prairie have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Eden Prairie?

On the first day of December in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, 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 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eden Prairie have in December?

In Eden Prairie, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Eden Prairie?

The months with the lowest UV index in Eden Prairie are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Eden Prairie?

In Eden Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average temperature in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°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 (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average pressure in December - Eden Prairie, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average wind speed in December - Eden Prairie, 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 (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average humidity in December - Eden Prairie, 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 and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Eden Prairie, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average UV index in December - Eden Prairie, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average visibility in December - Eden Prairie, 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).

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