December weather forecast
Minneota, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minneota, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and min 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). An average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Minneota is 85%.

Rainfall

In Minneota, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.5 rainfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minneota, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.5 snowfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Minneota is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In Minneota, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Minneota, 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Minneota, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Minneota, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Minneota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Minneota have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneota have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

How high is the UV index in December in Minneota?

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

Average temperature in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°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 (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Minneota, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Minneota, MN

Average wind speed in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Minneota, MN

Average humidity in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Minneota, MN

Average rainfall in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Minneota, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minneota, MN

Average snowfall in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minneota, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minneota, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minneota, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Minneota, MN

Average UV index in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Minneota, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Minneota, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Minneota, MN

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

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

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