December weather forecast
Oak Park Heights, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). During December, Oak Park Heights's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

In Oak Park Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oak Park Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.8 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Oak Park Heights, during December, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oak Park Heights.
On the first day of December in Oak Park Heights, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Oak Park Heights is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oak Park Heights 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. 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

How cold is December in Oak Park Heights?

Oak Park Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oak Park Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oak Park Heights?

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oak Park Heights in December?

In Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oak Park Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Oak Park Heights, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Park Heights have in December?

In Oak Park Heights, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oak Park Heights?

On the first day of December in Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak Park Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oak Park Heights?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oak Park Heights?

In Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average temperature in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average pressure in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average wind speed in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average humidity in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average rainfall in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average snowfall in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 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
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average UV index in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Oak Park Heights, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Oak Park Heights, MN

Average visibility in December - Oak Park Heights, 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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