December weather forecast
Coleraine, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Coleraine, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and max 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) to a subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). During December in Coleraine, the average low-temperature is recorded at a frigid cold 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Coleraine, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) 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 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Coleraine.
On the first day of December in Coleraine, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Coleraine, is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Coleraine, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.9 days and accumulates 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Coleraine, during December, snow falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Coleraine is 8h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Coleraine?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Coleraine have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°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 (1.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Coleraine, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Coleraine, MN

Average wind speed in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Coleraine, MN

Average humidity in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Coleraine, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Coleraine, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coleraine, MN

Average snowfall in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coleraine, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coleraine, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Coleraine, MN

Average UV index in December - Coleraine, 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
Coleraine, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Coleraine, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Coleraine, MN

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

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

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