December weather forecast
Minnetonka, MN

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Weather in December

December crowns the year in Minnetonka with the onset of a cold and snowy winter. A tranquil hush takes over the city as the temperatures continue to drop. Snowfall heightens, capped off at an average of 2.09" (53mm), the second-highest for the year. The daylight dwindles to its lowest, with a reduced 8.8 hours illuminating the wintry cityscape. As the city nestles into the cold, residents gather indoors, warmed by the festive holiday season enveloping the frost-coated city.

Temperature

As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). The temperature in Minnetonka dips to an average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Minnetonka, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Minnetonka, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Minnetonka. In Minnetonka, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Minnetonka, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Minnetonka is 3.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Minnetonka in December?

In Minnetonka, 25.3°F (-3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Minnetonka?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Minnetonka?

In Minnetonka, Minnesota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Minnetonka?

In Minnetonka, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minnetonka?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Minnetonka?

In December, the average day length in Minnetonka, Minnesota, is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Minnetonka?

On the first day of December in Minnetonka, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Minnetonka?

In Minnetonka, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Minnetonka?

In Minnetonka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average temperature in December - Minnetonka, 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 (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average pressure in December - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average wind speed in December - Minnetonka, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Minnetonka, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average rainfall in December - Minnetonka, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Minnetonka, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average snowfall in December - Minnetonka, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Minnetonka, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minnetonka, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Minnetonka, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Minnetonka, MN

Average UV index in December - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Minnetonka, 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
Minnetonka, MN

Average visibility in December - Minnetonka, 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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