December weather forecast
Kent, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kent, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Kent experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Kent records at a frigid cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kent, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Kent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kent.
On the first day of December in Kent, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:49 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 in Kent. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kent?

December temperatures in Kent vary between a high-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kent?

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

How much does it rain in Kent in December?

In Kent, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Kent?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Kent. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Kent?

In Kent, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kent?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kent, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kent have in December?

The average day length in December in Kent is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kent?

On the first day of December in Kent, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kent?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kent, Minnesota, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kent?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kent?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kent is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kent, MN

Average temperature in December - Kent, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kent, MN

Average pressure in December - Kent, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kent, MN

Average wind speed in December - Kent, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kent, MN

Average humidity in December - Kent, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kent, MN

Average rainfall in December - Kent, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kent, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Kent, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kent, MN

Average snowfall in December - Kent, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kent, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Kent, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 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
Kent, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kent, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kent, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Kent, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kent, MN

Average UV index in December - Kent, 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
Kent, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Kent, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Kent, MN

Average visibility in December - Kent, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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