December weather forecastGreenfield, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Greenfield, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).Temperature
As Greenfield transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). Greenfield witnesses an average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Greenfield is 87%.Rainfall
In December, in Greenfield, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Greenfield, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Greenfield are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Greenfield, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Greenfield, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Greenfield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 24.4°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 (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Greenfield, 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
Greenfield, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph
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
Greenfield, 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 May (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
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 30min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Greenfield, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Greenfield, 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
Greenfield, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Greenfield, 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).
