December weather forecast
Kiester, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kiester, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Kiester experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Kiester, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kiester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kiester, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.9 snowfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kiester, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kiester, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kiester, during December, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Kiester, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Kiester, MN

Average pressure in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kiester, MN

Average wind speed in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Kiester, MN

Average humidity in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Kiester, MN

Average rainfall in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Kiester, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kiester, MN

Average snowfall in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kiester, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kiester, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kiester, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Kiester, MN

Average UV index in December - Kiester, 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
Kiester, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Kiester, MN

Average visibility in December - Kiester, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and December (5mi).

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