December weather forecast
South Saint Paul, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). South Saint Paul in December experiences a low-temperature average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, is 88%.

Rainfall

In South Saint Paul, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In South Saint Paul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Saint Paul are January through May, October through December. In South Saint Paul, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. In South Saint Paul, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In South Saint Paul, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in South Saint Paul. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Saint Paul?

The high-temperature, in December, in South Saint Paul, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Saint Paul?

The average relative humidity in December in South Saint Paul is 88%.

How much does it rain in South Saint Paul in December?

In South Saint Paul, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Saint Paul in December?

In South Saint Paul, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Saint Paul?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Saint Paul have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, is 8h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Saint Paul?

On the first day of December in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Saint Paul have in December?

In South Saint Paul, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Saint Paul?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Saint Paul?

In South Saint Paul, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average temperature in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average pressure in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average wind speed in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average humidity in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average rainfall in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average rainfall days in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average snowfall in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average snowfall days in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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
South Saint Paul, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Saint Paul, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average sunshine days in December - South Saint Paul, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average UV index in December - South Saint Paul, 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
South Saint Paul, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
South Saint Paul, MN

Average visibility in December - South Saint Paul, 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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