December weather forecast
Paynesville, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Paynesville, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Paynesville, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Paynesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.5 days and collects up to 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paynesville are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Paynesville. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Paynesville in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Paynesville, Minnesota, during December are 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Paynesville?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Paynesville in December?

In Paynesville, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Paynesville?

The month with the most snowfall in Paynesville is December, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Paynesville?

In Paynesville, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paynesville?

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

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

The average day length in December in Paynesville is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paynesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paynesville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Paynesville, Minnesota, is 3.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Paynesville?

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

Average temperature in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.8°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 (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paynesville, MN

Average pressure in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Paynesville, MN

Average wind speed in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paynesville, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paynesville, MN

Average rainfall in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paynesville, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paynesville, MN

Average snowfall in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paynesville, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Paynesville, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paynesville, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paynesville, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paynesville, MN

Average UV index in December - Paynesville, 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
Paynesville, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Paynesville, MN

Average visibility in December - Paynesville, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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