December weather forecast
Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis city and bridge on the Mississippi River, Minnesota
Minneapolis city and bridge on the Mississippi River, Minnesota

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

In Minneapolis, the average high-temperature in December declines considerably from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In December, the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Minneapolis is 88%.

Rainfall

In Minneapolis, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.6 rainfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Minneapolis, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Minneapolis, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 50min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Minneapolis, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Minneapolis are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interpret into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Minneapolis?

The average high-temperature, in December, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Minneapolis?

The average relative humidity in December in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Minneapolis in December?

In Minneapolis, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Minneapolis in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minneapolis?

The month with the shortest days in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 50min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Minneapolis have in December?

The average day length in December in Minneapolis is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Minneapolis?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average temperature in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°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 (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average pressure in December - Minneapolis, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average wind speed in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average humidity in December - Minneapolis, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average rainfall in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average snowfall in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Minneapolis, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 50min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 34min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 50min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Minneapolis, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average UV index in December - Minneapolis, 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
Minneapolis, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Minneapolis, 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 31).

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Average visibility in December
Minneapolis, MN

Average visibility in December - Minneapolis, 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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