December weather forecast
Saint Francis, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Saint Francis, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

Saint Francis, Minnesota, experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C). Saint Francis's temperature lowers to a mean of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Saint Francis, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Saint Francis, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Saint Francis is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Saint Francis, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Saint Francis, Minnesota, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint Francis?

The high-temperature in Saint Francis during December is 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Francis?

The average relative humidity in December in Saint Francis, Minnesota, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Saint Francis in December?

In Saint Francis, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Saint Francis?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Saint Francis in December?

In Saint Francis, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Francis?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Saint Francis?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saint Francis?

On the first day of December in Saint Francis, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint Francis?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Saint Francis?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saint Francis?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average temperature in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°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 (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°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°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average pressure in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average wind speed in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average humidity in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average rainfall in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average snowfall in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Francis, 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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average UV index in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

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

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Average visibility in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average visibility in December - Saint Francis, 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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