December weather forecast
Finlayson, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Finlayson, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

As Finlayson welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a freezing cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C). Finlayson's average low-temperature is measured at an extreme cold 12.2°F (-11°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Finlayson, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Finlayson is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Finlayson, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Finlayson, in December, snow falls for 16.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Finlayson?

The average day length in December is 8h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Finlayson, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Finlayson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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 sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Finlayson, MN

Average temperature in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Finlayson, MN

Average pressure in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Finlayson, MN

Average wind speed in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Finlayson, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Finlayson, MN

Average rainfall in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Finlayson, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Finlayson, MN

Average snowfall in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Finlayson, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Finlayson, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Finlayson, MN

Average UV index in December - Finlayson, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Finlayson, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Finlayson, MN

Average visibility in December - Finlayson, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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