December weather forecast
Florence, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Florence, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Florence in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Florence, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Florence, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow. In Florence, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Florence in December has an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Florence?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Florence, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Florence, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Florence have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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 in Florence.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Florence, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Florence, MN

Average pressure in December - Florence, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Florence, MN

Average wind speed in December - Florence, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Florence, MN

Average humidity in December - Florence, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Florence, MN

Average rainfall in December - Florence, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Florence, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Florence, MN

Average snowfall in December - Florence, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Florence, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Florence, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Florence, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Florence, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Florence, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Florence, MN

Average UV index in December - Florence, 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
Florence, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Florence, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Florence, MN

Average visibility in December - Florence, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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