December weather forecast
Arden Hills, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arden Hills, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and min 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

As Arden Hills welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). An average temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In Arden Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Arden Hills, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.5 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Arden Hills, Minnesota, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Arden Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 23.15" (588mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Arden Hills. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Arden Hills, 25.3°F (-3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Arden Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arden Hills, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Arden Hills in December?

In Arden Hills, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arden Hills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average pressure in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average wind speed in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average humidity in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average rainfall in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average snowfall in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arden Hills, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average UV index in December - Arden Hills, 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
Arden Hills, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Arden Hills, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Arden Hills, MN

Average visibility in December - Arden Hills, 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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