December weather forecast
Dexter, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dexter, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

In Dexter, stepping into December signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from November's cold 41°F (5°C) to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C). Dexter observes an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Dexter, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dexter, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dexter, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Dexter, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dexter?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dexter, is 26.6°F (-3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dexter, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dexter, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dexter, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dexter have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dexter have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, 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 Dexter?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dexter, MN

Average temperature in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dexter, MN

Average pressure in December - Dexter, 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
Dexter, MN

Average wind speed in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dexter, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dexter, MN

Average rainfall in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Dexter, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dexter, MN

Average snowfall in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dexter, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dexter, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Dexter, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dexter, MN

Average UV index in December - Dexter, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dexter, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Dexter, MN

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

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

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