December weather forecast
Canyon, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Canyon, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10.9°F (-11.7°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from an icy 35.6°F (2°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In the month of December, an average of 10.9°F (-11.7°C) marks the low-temperature in Canyon.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Canyon, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Canyon, there are 116.5 rainfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Canyon, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Canyon, Minnesota. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Canyon?

In Canyon, 21.9°F (-5.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 10.9°F (-11.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Canyon?

In Canyon, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Canyon in December?

In December, in Canyon, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Canyon?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Canyon, Minnesota. Snow falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Canyon in December?

In Canyon, during December, snow falls for 17.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canyon?

The month with the shortest days in Canyon, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Canyon?

In Canyon, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Canyon?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Canyon have in December?

In Canyon, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Canyon?

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
Canyon, MN

Average temperature in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Canyon, MN

Average pressure in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Canyon, MN

Average wind speed in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Canyon, MN

Average humidity in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Canyon, MN

Average rainfall in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Canyon, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Canyon, MN

Average snowfall in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Canyon, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h 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: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Canyon, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Canyon, MN

Average UV index in December - Canyon, 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
Canyon, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Canyon, MN

Average visibility in December - Canyon, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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