December weather forecast
Hendricks, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hendricks, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14°F (-10°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Hendricks experiences an average temperature drop to a still freezing cold 14°F (-10°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Hendricks, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Hendricks, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Hendricks, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:42 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hendricks, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hendricks, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hendricks have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hendricks have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hendricks, MN

Average temperature in December - Hendricks, 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: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hendricks, MN

Average pressure in December - Hendricks, 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
Hendricks, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hendricks, MN

Average humidity in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Hendricks, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hendricks, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hendricks, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hendricks, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 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
Hendricks, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hendricks, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hendricks, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hendricks, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hendricks, MN

Average UV index in December - Hendricks, 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
Hendricks, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hendricks, 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 26).

Average visibility in December
Hendricks, MN

Average visibility in December - Hendricks, 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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