Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Fountain records an average temperature drop to a still freezing cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C) in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Fountain, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Fountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.3 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fountain are January through May, October through December. In Fountain, Minnesota, in December, during 11.6 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fountain, there are 51.2 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fountain, Minnesota.On the first day of December in Fountain, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Fountain are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Fountain in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Fountain?
How many days does it rain in December in Fountain?
How many days does it snow in December in Fountain?
What is the month with the shortest days in Fountain?
How many hours of daylight does Fountain have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fountain?
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What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fountain?
How high is the UV index in December in Fountain?
Average temperature in December
Fountain, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Fountain, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Fountain, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, April and November (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Fountain, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Fountain, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Fountain, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fountain, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fountain, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fountain, MN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fountain, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Fountain, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Fountain, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Fountain, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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