December weather forecast
Waite Park, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Waite Park, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is marked by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Waite Park observes an average nighttime temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Waite Park is 87%.

Rainfall

In Waite Park, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Waite Park. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Waite Park, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Waite Park, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Waite Park. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. 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 it in Waite Park in December?

During December, Waite Park experiences an average high-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waite Park?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Waite Park in December?

In Waite Park, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Waite Park?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Waite Park?

In Waite Park, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waite Park?

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

How many hours of daylight does Waite Park have in December?

The average day length in December in Waite Park is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Waite Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waite Park, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waite Park have in December?

In Waite Park, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Waite Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Waite Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Waite Park, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waite Park, MN

Average temperature in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°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 (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Waite Park, MN

Average pressure in December - Waite Park, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Waite Park, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Waite Park, MN

Average humidity in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Waite Park, MN

Average rainfall in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Waite Park, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Waite Park, MN

Average snowfall in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Waite Park, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 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
Waite Park, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waite Park, 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 3min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Waite Park, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Waite Park, MN

Average UV index in December - Waite Park, 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
Waite Park, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Waite Park, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

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 32).

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Average visibility in December
Waite Park, MN

Average visibility in December - Waite Park, 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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