December weather forecast
Austin, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Austin, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

Austin in December experiences a marked decrease in the average high-temperature, descending from November's cold 41°F (5°C) to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Austin, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.8 snowfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) 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 in Austin, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Austin, the average high-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Austin, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Austin, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Austin have in December?

In Austin, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Austin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
Austin, MN

Average temperature in December - Austin, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Austin, MN

Average pressure in December - Austin, 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
Austin, MN

Average wind speed in December - Austin, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Austin, MN

Average humidity in December - Austin, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Austin, MN

Average rainfall in December - Austin, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Austin, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Austin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Austin, MN

Average snowfall in December - Austin, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Austin, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Austin, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Austin, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Austin, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Austin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Austin, MN

Average UV index in December - Austin, 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
Austin, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Austin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Austin, MN

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

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

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