December weather forecast
Carver, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carver, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41°F (5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Carver averages to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Carver, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carver, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.3 snowfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Carver, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Carver, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Carver?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index in Carver is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Carver, MN

Average temperature in December - Carver, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Carver, MN

Average pressure in December - Carver, 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
Carver, MN

Average wind speed in December - Carver, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Carver, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Carver, MN

Average rainfall in December - Carver, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Carver, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Carver, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carver, MN

Average snowfall in December - Carver, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carver, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Carver, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carver, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carver, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Carver, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Carver, MN

Average UV index in December - Carver, 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
Carver, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Carver, MN

Average visibility in December - Carver, 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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