December weather forecast
Excelsior, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Excelsior, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Excelsior, Minnesota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Excelsior, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Excelsior. In Excelsior, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Excelsior is December, 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 7:52 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Excelsior. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Excelsior?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Excelsior, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Excelsior?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Excelsior?

In December, in Excelsior, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Excelsior in December?

In Excelsior, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Excelsior?

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

How many hours of daylight does Excelsior have in December?

The average day length in December in Excelsior is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Excelsior?

On the first day of December in Excelsior, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Excelsior?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Excelsior?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Excelsior?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Excelsior is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Excelsior, MN

Average temperature in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°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 (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Excelsior, MN

Average pressure in December - Excelsior, 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
Excelsior, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Excelsior, MN

Average humidity in December - Excelsior, 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, May and October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Excelsior, MN

Average rainfall in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Excelsior, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Excelsior, MN

Average snowfall in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Excelsior, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 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
Excelsior, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Excelsior, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Excelsior, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Excelsior, MN

Average UV index in December - Excelsior, 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
Excelsior, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Excelsior, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Excelsior, MN

Average visibility in December - Excelsior, 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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