December weather forecast
Fridley, MN

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Weather in December

December, a festive month, brings the cold weather back to Fridley, Minnesota. Compared to November, temperatures drop further, reminding one of the ephemeral beauty of fall and the white winter that lies ahead. The city, blanketed in snow, exudes a magical aura, setting the perfect backdrop for Christmas celebrations.

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) in Fridley.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Fridley, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fridley, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fridley. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fridley 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fridley in December?

During December, Fridley experiences an average high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fridley?

In Fridley, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Fridley in December?

In December, in Fridley, Minnesota, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Fridley?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Fridley. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Fridley?

In Fridley, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fridley?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fridley?

In Fridley, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fridley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fridley?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fridley?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fridley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fridley is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fridley, MN

Average temperature in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°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 (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fridley, MN

Average pressure in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Fridley, MN

Average wind speed in December - Fridley, 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 (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fridley, MN

Average humidity in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fridley, MN

Average rainfall in December - Fridley, 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 (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fridley, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fridley, MN

Average snowfall in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fridley, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Fridley, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fridley, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fridley, MN

Average UV index in December - Fridley, 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
Fridley, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Fridley, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Fridley, MN

Average visibility in December - Fridley, 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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