December weather forecast
Parkdale, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Parkdale, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and max 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

In Parkdale, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Parkdale, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Parkdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.9 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Parkdale are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Parkdale. Snow falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Parkdale, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Parkdale in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Parkdale, is 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Parkdale?

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

How much does it rain in Parkdale in December?

In Parkdale, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Parkdale?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Parkdale, Minnesota. Snow falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Parkdale in December?

In Parkdale, in December, during 15.7 snowfall days, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parkdale?

December has the shortest days of the year in Parkdale, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In Parkdale, the average day length in December is 8h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Parkdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Parkdale, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parkdale have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Parkdale?

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

Average temperature in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Parkdale, MN

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Parkdale, MN

Average wind speed in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Parkdale, MN

Average humidity in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Parkdale, MN

Average rainfall in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Parkdale, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Parkdale, MN

Average snowfall in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Parkdale, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Parkdale, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Parkdale, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Parkdale, MN

Average UV index in December - Parkdale, 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
Parkdale, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Parkdale, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

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 27).

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Average visibility in December
Parkdale, MN

Average visibility in December - Parkdale, 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).

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