December weather forecast
Dover, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dover, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from an icy 41°F (5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a still freezing cold 15.8°F (-9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Dover, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dover, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.2 snowfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dover?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dover, is 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dover, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dover, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Dover is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

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 Dover, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Dover, MN

Average temperature in December - Dover, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dover, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Dover, MN

Average wind speed in December - Dover, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dover, MN

Average humidity in December - Dover, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Dover, MN

Average rainfall in December - Dover, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Dover, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Dover, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dover, MN

Average snowfall in December - Dover, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

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
Dover, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Dover, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Dover, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dover, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Dover, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dover, MN

Average UV index in December - Dover, 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
Dover, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Dover, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dover, MN

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

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

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