December weather forecast
Sacred Heart, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sacred Heart, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Sacred Heart reports a consistent average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Sacred Heart, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sacred Heart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sacred Heart, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. In Sacred Heart, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sacred Heart.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sacred Heart in December?

During December, Sacred Heart experiences an average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sacred Heart?

In Sacred Heart, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Sacred Heart in December?

In Sacred Heart, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sacred Heart?

In December, in Sacred Heart, Minnesota, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sacred Heart?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sacred Heart?

The average day length in December in Sacred Heart is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sacred Heart?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sacred Heart have in December?

In Sacred Heart, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Sacred Heart?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average temperature in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average pressure in December - Sacred Heart, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average wind speed in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average humidity in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average rainfall in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average snowfall in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Sacred Heart, 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
Sacred Heart, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average UV index in December - Sacred Heart, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Sacred Heart, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Sacred Heart, MN

Average visibility in December - Sacred Heart, 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).

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