December weather forecast
Cold Spring, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cold Spring, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cold 38.7°F (3.7°C) to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cold Spring is 87%.

Rainfall

In Cold Spring, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cold Spring, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cold Spring. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cold Spring is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cold Spring. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cold Spring?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cold Spring?

The average relative humidity in December in Cold Spring is 87%.

How much does it rain in Cold Spring in December?

In December, in Cold Spring, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Cold Spring?

The month with the most snowfall in Cold Spring is December, when snow falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cold Spring in December?

In December, in Cold Spring, Minnesota, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cold Spring?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cold Spring have in December?

In Cold Spring, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cold Spring?

On the first day of December in Cold Spring, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cold Spring?

In Cold Spring, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cold Spring?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cold Spring?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cold Spring, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average temperature in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°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 (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average pressure in December - Cold Spring, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average wind speed in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average humidity in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average rainfall in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average snowfall in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cold Spring, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Cold Spring, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average UV index in December - Cold Spring, 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
Cold Spring, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Cold Spring, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Cold Spring, MN

Average visibility in December - Cold Spring, 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).

Cold Spring, Minnesota, USA

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