December weather forecast
Alden, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alden, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) in Alden.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alden, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 14.53" (369mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alden, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 12.2" (310mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Alden in December has an average high-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alden, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Alden have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alden?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Alden, MN

Average temperature in December - Alden, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°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 (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Alden, MN

Average pressure in December - Alden, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Alden, MN

Average wind speed in December - Alden, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Alden, MN

Average humidity in December - Alden, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Alden, MN

Average rainfall in December - Alden, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Alden, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Alden, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alden, MN

Average snowfall in December - Alden, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alden, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Alden, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alden, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alden, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Alden, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Alden, MN

Average UV index in December - Alden, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Alden, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Alden, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Alden, MN

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

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

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