December weather forecast
Stephen, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Stephen, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and max 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) is expected in Stephen.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Stephen is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Stephen, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stephen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.5 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stephen are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stephen.
On the first day of December in Stephen, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Stephen. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Stephen?

The high-temperature, in December, in Stephen, is 17.8°F (-7.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stephen?

In Stephen, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stephen?

In Stephen, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Stephen?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Stephen in December?

In Stephen, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stephen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Stephen, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stephen have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Stephen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stephen, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stephen?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Stephen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stephen, MN

Average temperature in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stephen, MN

Average pressure in December - Stephen, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stephen, MN

Average wind speed in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stephen, MN

Average humidity in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stephen, MN

Average rainfall in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stephen, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stephen, MN

Average snowfall in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stephen, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (14.7 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
Stephen, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stephen, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stephen, MN

Average UV index in December - Stephen, 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
Stephen, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Stephen, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Stephen, MN

Average visibility in December - Stephen, 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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