December weather forecast
Fridley, MN

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Weather in December

December, a festive month, brings the cold weather back to Fridley, Minnesota. Compared to November, temperatures drop further, reminding one of the ephemeral beauty of fall and the white winter that lies ahead. The city, blanketed in snow, exudes a magical aura, setting the perfect backdrop for Christmas celebrations.

Temperature

As November gives way to December, the average high-temperature displays a considerable decrease, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Throughout December nights, Fridley registers an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Fridley, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Fridley, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fridley, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fridley, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) 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 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fridley have in December?

In Fridley, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fridley, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Fridley, MN

Average pressure in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fridley, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Fridley, MN

Average humidity in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fridley, MN

Average rainfall in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Fridley, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fridley, MN

Average snowfall in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fridley, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fridley, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Fridley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Fridley, MN

Average UV index in December - Fridley, 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
Fridley, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Fridley, MN

Average visibility in December - Fridley, 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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