December weather forecast
Franklin, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Franklin, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Franklin, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin, Minnesota, are January through April, October through December. In Franklin, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Franklin, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Franklin is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Franklin, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Franklin?

In Franklin, 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

The average relative humidity in December in Franklin is 86%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, Minnesota, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Franklin is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Franklin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

In Franklin, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Franklin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin, MN

Average temperature in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°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 (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Franklin, MN

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin, MN

Average humidity in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin, MN

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin, MN

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin, MN

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Franklin, MN

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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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