December weather forecast
Dodge Center, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dodge Center, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Dodge Center witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in Dodge Center consistently average a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Dodge Center, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dodge Center. In Dodge Center, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dodge Center, there are 51.7 snowfall days, and 22.17" (563mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dodge Center are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dodge Center?

In Dodge Center, 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Dodge Center?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Dodge Center in December?

In December, in Dodge Center, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dodge Center?

In Dodge Center, in December, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dodge Center?

The month with the shortest days in Dodge Center is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dodge Center?

In Dodge Center, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dodge Center?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dodge Center have in December?

In Dodge Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dodge Center?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dodge Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average temperature in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average pressure in December - Dodge Center, 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
Dodge Center, MN

Average wind speed in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average humidity in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average rainfall in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average snowfall in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dodge Center, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average UV index in December - Dodge Center, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dodge Center, MN

Average visibility in December - Dodge Center, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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