December weather forecastMoorhead, MN
December
Weather in December
In Moorhead, December marks the beginning of the peak winter season, with freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall. Weather conditions in December are decidedly different from November as it becomes colder and darker. However, despite being one of the darkest months, it still has more sunshine days than most summer months. Snowfall increases significantly marking a white Christmas. Arguably, the harshest weather event of the year: December is known for the highest snowfall with an average of 4.09" (104mm).Temperature
December in Moorhead signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). An average low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C) is recorded in the month of December in Moorhead.Humidity
In Moorhead, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, in Moorhead, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Moorhead is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Moorhead, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Moorhead, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Moorhead is 3.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Moorhead are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).
Average rainfall in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Moorhead, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
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 25).
Average visibility in December
Moorhead, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
