December weather forecastWaconia, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Waconia, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Temperature
The arrival of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Waconia is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Waconia is 87%.Rainfall
In Waconia, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waconia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.5 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Waconia are January through May, October through December. In Waconia, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Waconia, Minnesota, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Waconia is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Waconia, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Waconia is 3.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Waconia are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Waconia, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Waconia, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Waconia, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Waconia, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Waconia, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Waconia, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Waconia, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Waconia, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waconia, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Waconia, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Waconia, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Waconia, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Waconia, 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).
