December weather forecast
Hopkins, MN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In December, the nighttime temperature in Hopkins lowers to an average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In Hopkins, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hopkins is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hopkins, Minnesota, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hopkins?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hopkins, Minnesota, are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hopkins?

In Hopkins, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hopkins?

In Hopkins, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hopkins in December?

In Hopkins, in December, during 11.6 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopkins?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hopkins?

On the first day of December in Hopkins, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hopkins?

In Hopkins, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hopkins?

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 Hopkins?

In Hopkins, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hopkins, MN

Average temperature in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average pressure in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average humidity in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average UV index in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hopkins, 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
Hopkins, MN

Average visibility in December - Hopkins, 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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