December weather forecast
Dassel, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dassel, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and min 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

In Dassel, stepping into December signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from November's cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). Dassel throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dassel, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.8 rainfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dassel, in December, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Dassel, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dassel, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Dassel, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dassel?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dassel, records 24.1°F (-4.4°C), while the low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dassel?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Dassel in December?

In Dassel, Minnesota, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dassel in December?

In Dassel, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dassel?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dassel have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dassel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dassel, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dassel?

In Dassel, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dassel?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dassel?

In Dassel, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dassel, MN

Average temperature in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dassel, MN

Average pressure in December - Dassel, 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
Dassel, MN

Average wind speed in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dassel, MN

Average humidity in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Dassel, MN

Average rainfall in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Dassel, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dassel, MN

Average snowfall in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dassel, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dassel, 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 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dassel, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dassel, MN

Average UV index in December - Dassel, 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
Dassel, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Dassel, MN

Average visibility in December - Dassel, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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