December weather forecast
Manchester, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Manchester, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Manchester's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's wintry 41°F (5°C) to a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C) to Manchester.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. In Manchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 24.92" (633mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Manchester?

The high-temperature during December is 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and the low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Manchester, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Manchester is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Manchester, MN

Average temperature in December - Manchester, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°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 (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°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 (8.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Manchester, MN

Average pressure in December - Manchester, 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
Manchester, MN

Average wind speed in December - Manchester, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Manchester, MN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Manchester, MN

Average rainfall in December - Manchester, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Manchester, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manchester, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manchester, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Manchester, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manchester, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manchester, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Manchester, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Manchester, MN

Average UV index in December - Manchester, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Manchester, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Manchester, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Manchester, MN

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

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

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