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
A shift in Ghent's weather is noticeable as November turns into December, with the average high temperature decreasing from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Ghent, Minnesota, is 85%.Rainfall
In Ghent, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ghent, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ghent, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Ghent, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Ghent, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Average temperature in December
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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
Ghent, 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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