December weather forecast
Donaldson, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Donaldson, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.4°F (-14.2°C) and max 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Donaldson's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 16.7°F (-8.5°C). In the month of December, Donaldson records a consistent average low-temperature of 6.4°F (-14.2°C).

Humidity

In Donaldson, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Donaldson, in December, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Donaldson, there are 100.4 rainfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Donaldson are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Donaldson, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Donaldson, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Donaldson in December?

In Donaldson, 16.7°F (-8.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 6.4°F (-14.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Donaldson?

In Donaldson, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in Donaldson in December?

In Donaldson, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Donaldson?

The month with the most snowfall in Donaldson is December, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Donaldson in December?

In Donaldson, in December, during 14.3 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Donaldson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Donaldson, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Donaldson have in December?

In Donaldson, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Donaldson?

On the first day of December in Donaldson, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Donaldson?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Donaldson?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Donaldson?

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

Average temperature in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Donaldson, MN

Average pressure in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Donaldson, MN

Average wind speed in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Donaldson, MN

Average humidity in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Donaldson, MN

Average rainfall in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Donaldson, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Donaldson, MN

Average snowfall in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Donaldson, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Donaldson, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Donaldson, MN

Average UV index in December - Donaldson, 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
Donaldson, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Donaldson, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Donaldson, MN

Average visibility in December - Donaldson, 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).

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