December weather forecast
Granite Falls, MN

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Weather in December

December in Granite Falls, Minnesota, brings back the full glory of winter. With the significant drop in temperature to an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C), it echoes the chill of January, reinforcing the cyclical nature of weather. The city witnesses the second-highest snowfall in the year at 2.68" (68mm) over 10.4 days, under the brilliance of the holiday lights. Despite the cold, the city sparkles amidst the snowy blanket and festive cheer. Coupled with the curtailing daylight, now at 8.9 hours, December indeed offers a quintessential winter experience.

Temperature

In Granite Falls, the average high-temperature in December drops, from a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November, to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). An average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) is observed in Granite Falls, Minnesota, during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Granite Falls, Minnesota, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Granite Falls, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Granite Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.9 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Granite Falls, Minnesota, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Granite Falls, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Granite Falls is December, 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 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Granite Falls?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Granite Falls in December?

In Granite Falls, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Granite Falls?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Granite Falls?

In Granite Falls, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Granite Falls?

On the first day of December in Granite Falls, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Granite Falls?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Granite Falls, Minnesota, is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Granite Falls?

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

Average temperature in December - Granite Falls, 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: 14.2°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 (6.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Granite Falls, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Granite Falls, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average humidity in December - Granite Falls, 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 (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average rainfall in December - Granite Falls, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Granite Falls, 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 (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average snowfall in December - Granite Falls, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Granite Falls, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Granite Falls, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Granite Falls, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average UV index in December - Granite Falls, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Granite Falls, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Granite Falls, MN

Average visibility in December - Granite Falls, 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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