December weather forecast
Minneapolis, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Minneapolis, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is recorded in the month of December in Minneapolis.

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Minneapolis.

Rainfall

In Minneapolis, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Minneapolis is December, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Minneapolis, North Carolina, is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Minneapolis are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Minneapolis in December?

The high-temperature in Minneapolis during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Minneapolis?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Minneapolis, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Minneapolis?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Minneapolis in December?

In Minneapolis, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Minneapolis?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Minneapolis. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Minneapolis?

In Minneapolis, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minneapolis?

December has the shortest days of the year in Minneapolis, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

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

In Minneapolis, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Minneapolis?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Minneapolis, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minneapolis have in December?

In Minneapolis, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Minneapolis?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Minneapolis?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Minneapolis, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average temperature in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average pressure in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average wind speed in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average humidity in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average rainfall in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average snowfall in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Minneapolis, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average UV index in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Minneapolis, NC

Average visibility in December - Minneapolis, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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