December weather forecast
Arlington, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arlington, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

December signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). An average low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Arlington, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Arlington, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 5.12" (130mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Arlington, 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.5°F (-9.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arlington, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arlington, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington have in December?

In December, the average day length in Arlington is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Arlington?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

When is 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 Arlington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
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Average temperature in December
Arlington, MN

Average temperature in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°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 (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Arlington, MN

Average pressure in December - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MN

Average wind speed in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Arlington, MN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Arlington, MN

Average rainfall in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Arlington, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arlington, MN

Average snowfall in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arlington, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arlington, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Arlington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Arlington, MN

Average UV index in December - Arlington, 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
Arlington, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Arlington, MN

Average visibility in December - Arlington, 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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