December weather forecast
Upsala, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Upsala, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Upsala sees a steady low-temperature average of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

In Upsala, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Upsala, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Upsala, there are 94.2 rainfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Upsala. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Upsala, Minnesota.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Upsala, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Upsala 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 Upsala. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Upsala?

During December, Upsala experiences an average high-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°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 computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Upsala?

In Upsala, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Upsala?

In Upsala, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Upsala?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Upsala?

In Upsala, Minnesota, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Upsala?

December has the shortest days of the year in Upsala, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Upsala?

In Upsala, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Upsala?

On the first day of December in Upsala, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Upsala have in December?

In Upsala, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Upsala?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Upsala?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Upsala is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Upsala, MN

Average temperature in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Upsala, MN

Average pressure in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Upsala, MN

Average wind speed in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Upsala, MN

Average humidity in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Upsala, MN

Average rainfall in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Upsala, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Upsala, MN

Average snowfall in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Upsala, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Upsala, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Upsala, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Upsala, MN

Average UV index in December - Upsala, 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
Upsala, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Upsala, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

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

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Average visibility in December
Upsala, MN

Average visibility in December - Upsala, 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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