December weather forecastPipestone, MN
December
Weather in December
In Pipestone, Minnesota, December primarily features cool winds and snow, reminiscent of the inevitable arrival of winter. Average daily temperatures remaining low between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) to 25.7°F (-3.5°C) bring forth an unmistakable chill. The town comes to life under the layers of fresh snow, adding to the festive atmosphere. Shorter daylight hours combined with reduced sunshine bring out the bright lights strung across houses. The month truly embodies the cold, crisp essence of wintertime.Temperature
As Pipestone welcomes December, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In Pipestone, December nights cool down to an average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).Humidity
In Pipestone, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Pipestone, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Pipestone, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pipestone, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.5 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Pipestone, the average sunshine in December is 4h.UV index
In Pipestone, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.2°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 (7.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.41"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Pipestone, MN
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
