December weather forecast
Champlin, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Champlin, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). An average temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Champlin, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Champlin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Champlin?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Champlin, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Champlin is December, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Champlin, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Champlin is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Champlin have in December?

In Champlin, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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

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 reading in December?

In Champlin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Champlin, MN

Average temperature in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Champlin, MN

Average pressure in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Champlin, MN

Average wind speed in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Champlin, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Champlin, MN

Average rainfall in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Champlin, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Champlin, MN

Average snowfall in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Champlin, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Champlin, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Champlin, MN

Average UV index in December - Champlin, 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
Champlin, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Champlin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Champlin, MN

Average visibility in December - Champlin, 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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