December weather forecast
Farmington, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Farmington, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Farmington, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 72.4 rainfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Farmington, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Farmington, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Farmington, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Farmington, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Farmington, MN

Average temperature in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Farmington, MN

Average pressure in December - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Farmington, MN

Average humidity in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Farmington, MN

Average rainfall in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Farmington, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Farmington, MN

Average snowfall in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Farmington, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Farmington, 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 3min

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
Farmington, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Farmington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Farmington, MN

Average UV index in December - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Farmington, MN

Average visibility in December - Farmington, 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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