December weather forecast
Breckenridge, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Breckenridge, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and min 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

As Breckenridge transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at an extreme cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Breckenridge, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Breckenridge, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Breckenridge are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Breckenridge is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Breckenridge, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Breckenridge, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Breckenridge is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Breckenridge in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Breckenridge are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 11.7°F (-11.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Breckenridge?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Breckenridge?

In Breckenridge, Minnesota, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Breckenridge?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Breckenridge, Minnesota. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Breckenridge?

In Breckenridge, in December, during 14.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Breckenridge?

The month with the shortest days in Breckenridge is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Breckenridge have in December?

In December, the average day length in Breckenridge, Minnesota, is 8h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Breckenridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Breckenridge have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Breckenridge is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Breckenridge?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Breckenridge, Minnesota.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Breckenridge?

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

Average temperature in December - Breckenridge, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°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 (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Breckenridge, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Breckenridge, MN

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Breckenridge, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and September (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Breckenridge, MN

Average rainfall in December - Breckenridge, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Breckenridge, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Breckenridge, 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 (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Breckenridge, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Breckenridge, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Breckenridge, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Breckenridge, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Breckenridge, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Breckenridge, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Breckenridge, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Breckenridge, MN

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

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 25).

Average visibility in December
Breckenridge, MN

Average visibility in December - Breckenridge, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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