December weather forecast
Hills, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hills, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.8°F (-9°C) and an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hills, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hills are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hills is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hills in December?

The high-temperature in Hills during December is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hills?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hills?

In Hills, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hills?

In Hills, Minnesota, in December, during 11.6 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hills?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hills, Minnesota, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hills?

In December, the average day length in Hills, Minnesota, is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hills?

On the first day of December in Hills, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hills?

In Hills, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hills is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hills, MN

Average temperature in December - Hills, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hills, MN

Average pressure in December - Hills, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hills, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hills, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hills, MN

Average humidity in December - Hills, 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
Hills, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hills, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Hills, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hills, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hills, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hills, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hills, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hills, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hills, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hills, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hills, MN

Average UV index in December - Hills, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hills, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hills, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Hills, MN

Average visibility in December - Hills, 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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