December weather forecast
Watertown, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Watertown, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

Watertown's transition into December is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Throughout December, Watertown experiences a low-temperature average of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In Watertown, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Watertown, Minnesota, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Watertown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.5 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Watertown, Minnesota. In Watertown, Minnesota, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Watertown, Minnesota, there are 53.2 snowfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Watertown, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Watertown in December?

During December, Watertown experiences an average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Watertown?

The average relative humidity in December in Watertown, Minnesota, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Watertown in December?

In Watertown, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Watertown in December?

In Watertown, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watertown?

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

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

In Watertown, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Watertown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watertown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Watertown?

In Watertown, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Watertown, MN

Average temperature in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Watertown, MN

Average pressure in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Watertown, MN

Average wind speed in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Watertown, MN

Average humidity in December - Watertown, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Watertown, MN

Average rainfall in December - Watertown, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Watertown, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Watertown, MN

Average snowfall in December - Watertown, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Watertown, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Watertown, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watertown, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Watertown, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Watertown, MN

Average UV index in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Watertown, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Watertown, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Watertown, MN

Average visibility in December - Watertown, 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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