December weather forecast
Kingston, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Kingston, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and min 14°F (-10°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Kingston sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In December, Kingston experiences an average nighttime temperature of 14°F (-10°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Kingston, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Kingston, Minnesota. Snow falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kingston. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kingston?

In Kingston, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kingston?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Kingston?

In Kingston, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Kingston?

The month with the most snowfall in Kingston is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kingston in December?

In Kingston, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kingston?

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 Kingston?

In Kingston, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kingston?

On the first day of December in Kingston, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kingston, Minnesota, is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kingston?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kingston?

In Kingston, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kingston, MN

Average temperature in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°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 (5.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kingston, MN

Average pressure in December - Kingston, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kingston, MN

Average wind speed in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

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 (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kingston, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kingston, MN

Average rainfall in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kingston, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kingston, MN

Average snowfall in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kingston, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kingston, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kingston, 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 4min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kingston, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Kingston, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kingston, MN

Average UV index in December - Kingston, 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
Kingston, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Kingston, MN

Average visibility in December - Kingston, 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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