December weather forecast
Inver Grove Heights, MN

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Weather in December

December's weather is characterized by the arrival of winter in full force. With the average high temperature dropping to 25.5°F (-3.6°C) from November’s 40.1°F (4.5°C), the shift in season is unmistakable. Anticipation of January brings the prospect of slightly heightened snowfall and marginally rising low temperatures. As daylight continues to decrease, residents of Inver Grove Heights prepare for the long, snowy nights of winter. December covers the city in a white canvas, marking the culmination of the weather cycle.

Temperature

As Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, welcomes December, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Inver Grove Heights is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Inver Grove Heights, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Inver Grove Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Inver Grove Heights, in December, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow. In Inver Grove Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Inver Grove Heights.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Inver Grove Heights is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Inver Grove Heights are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Inver Grove Heights?

The high-temperature, in December, in Inver Grove Heights, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Inver Grove Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Inver Grove Heights?

In Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Inver Grove Heights?

In Inver Grove Heights, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Inver Grove Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Inver Grove Heights have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Inver Grove Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Inver Grove Heights, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Inver Grove Heights?

In Inver Grove Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Inver Grove Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Inver Grove Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Inver Grove Heights is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average temperature in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°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 (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average pressure in December - Inver Grove Heights, 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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average wind speed in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average humidity in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average rainfall in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average snowfall in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Inver Grove Heights, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average UV index in December - Inver Grove Heights, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Inver Grove Heights, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Average visibility in December - Inver Grove Heights, 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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