December weather forecast
Eden Prairie, MN

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Weather in December

December brings back the winter season in Eden Prairie, with cold temperatures, regular snowfall occurrences, and notably shorter daylight hours. A notable drop in high temperatures, from 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to around 25.5°F (-3.6°C) in December, characterizes the winter's onset. Hence, December flips the weather of Eden Prairie from autumn's cool to winter's chill. Thus, it marks the complete transition into the holiday season, prompting cozy indoor activities and winter preparations with snowy landscapes dotting Eden Prairie.

Temperature

December witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). During December, Eden Prairie's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Eden Prairie, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.7 rainfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Eden Prairie, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.3 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Eden Prairie, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Eden Prairie, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Eden Prairie, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Eden Prairie, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Eden Prairie, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Eden Prairie?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eden Prairie have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

When is 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average temperature in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average pressure in December - Eden Prairie, 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
Eden Prairie, MN

Average wind speed in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average humidity in December - Eden Prairie, 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 October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 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
Eden Prairie, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Eden Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average UV index in December - Eden Prairie, 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
Eden Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Eden Prairie, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Eden Prairie, MN

Average visibility in December - Eden Prairie, 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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