December weather forecast
Alberta, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Alberta, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Alberta, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alberta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Alberta is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 23°F (-5°C) and the low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Alberta, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Alberta. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alberta, during December, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alberta have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Alberta is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alberta?

January, 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 Alberta?

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

Average temperature in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23°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 (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°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 (4.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Alberta, MN

Average pressure in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alberta, MN

Average wind speed in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Alberta, MN

Average humidity in December - Alberta, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Alberta, MN

Average rainfall in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Alberta, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alberta, MN

Average snowfall in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alberta, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alberta, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alberta, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Alberta, MN

Average UV index in December - Alberta, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alberta, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

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 29).

Average visibility in December
Alberta, MN

Average visibility in December - Alberta, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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