December weather forecast
Albany, MN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The start of December signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C). Albany registers a consistent average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Albany, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
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 Albany, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a 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', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Albany is December, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Albany in December?

In Albany, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Albany have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Albany?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Albany have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Albany?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Albany is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, MN

Average temperature in December - Albany, 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).

Average pressure in December
Albany, MN

Average pressure in December - Albany, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Albany, MN

Average wind speed in December - Albany, 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).

Average humidity in December
Albany, MN

Average humidity in December - Albany, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, MN

Average rainfall in December - Albany, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, MN

Average snowfall in December - Albany, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Albany, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albany, 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 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Albany, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, 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).

Average UV index in December
Albany, MN

Average UV index in December - Albany, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Albany, 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).

Average visibility in December
Albany, MN

Average visibility in December - Albany, 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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