December weather forecast
Independence, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Independence, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). Independence experiences a mean temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Independence, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Independence, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Independence, is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Independence, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Independence, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) 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 in Independence?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Independence, MN

Average temperature in December - Independence, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Independence, MN

Average pressure in December - Independence, 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
Independence, MN

Average wind speed in December - Independence, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Independence, MN

Average humidity in December - Independence, 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 and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Independence, MN

Average rainfall in December - Independence, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Independence, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Independence, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Independence, MN

Average snowfall in December - Independence, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Independence, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Independence, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Independence, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Independence, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Independence, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Independence, MN

Average UV index in December - Independence, 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
Independence, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Independence, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Independence, MN

Average visibility in December - Independence, 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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