December weather forecast
Hope, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hope, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Hope sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In Hope, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Hope, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.9 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hope, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hope.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hope is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hope, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hope?

In Hope, 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Hope?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hope?

In Hope, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hope in December?

In Hope, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hope?

The month with the shortest days in Hope is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Hope, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hope?

On the first day of December in Hope, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hope have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hope, Minnesota, is 3.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hope, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hope, MN

Average temperature in December - Hope, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°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 (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hope, MN

Average pressure in December - Hope, 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
Hope, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hope, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hope, MN

Average humidity in December - Hope, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hope, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hope, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Hope, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hope, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hope, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hope, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hope, 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: 3h and 4min

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
Hope, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hope, MN

Average UV index in December - Hope, 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
Hope, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

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 32).

Average visibility in December
Hope, MN

Average visibility in December - Hope, 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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