December weather forecast
Greenwood, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Greenwood, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

Greenwood experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Greenwood, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Greenwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Greenwood, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Greenwood, during December, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Greenwood, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Greenwood?

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 Greenwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Greenwood, MN

Average temperature in December - Greenwood, 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 (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenwood, MN

Average pressure in December - Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, MN

Average wind speed in December - Greenwood, 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 (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenwood, MN

Average humidity in December - Greenwood, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

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

Average rainfall in December
Greenwood, MN

Average rainfall in December - Greenwood, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenwood, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Greenwood, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenwood, MN

Average snowfall in December - Greenwood, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenwood, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Greenwood, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenwood, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenwood, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Greenwood, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenwood, MN

Average UV index in December - Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, MN

Average visibility in December - Greenwood, 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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