Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Mankato experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Mankato averages to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Mankato is 88%.Rainfall
In Mankato, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Mankato, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Mankato are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Mankato, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Mankato in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Mankato?
How much does it rain in Mankato in December?
What is the snowiest month in Mankato?
How many days does it snow in December in Mankato?
What is the month with the shortest days in Mankato?
How many hours of daylight does Mankato have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mankato?
How long on average sun shines in December in Mankato?
When is the lowest UV index in Mankato?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Mankato?
Average temperature in December
Mankato, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 26.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Mankato, 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
Mankato, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Mankato, 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 October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Mankato, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Mankato, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mankato, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.33"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mankato, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mankato, 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 5min
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
Mankato, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Mankato, 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
Mankato, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Mankato, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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