December weather forecast
Golden Valley, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Golden Valley, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Golden Valley, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Golden Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.94" (227mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Golden Valley. In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Golden Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.5 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Golden Valley, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Golden Valley 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Golden Valley?

The high-temperature, in December, in Golden Valley, records 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Golden Valley?

In December, the average relative humidity in Golden Valley, Minnesota, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Golden Valley in December?

In December, in Golden Valley, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Golden Valley in December?

In December, in Golden Valley, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Golden Valley?

December has the shortest days of the year in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Golden Valley have in December?

In December, the average day length in Golden Valley, Minnesota, is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Golden Valley?

On the first day of December in Golden Valley, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden Valley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Golden Valley is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Golden Valley?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Golden Valley?

In Golden Valley, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average temperature in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°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: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average pressure in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average wind speed in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average humidity in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average rainfall in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average snowfall in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Golden Valley, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average UV index in December - Golden Valley, 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
Golden Valley, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Golden Valley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Golden Valley, MN

Average visibility in December - Golden Valley, 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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