December weather forecast
Mendota, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mendota, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and max 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). The temperature dips to an average of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Mendota, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mendota, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.7 days and collects up to 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mendota, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 5" (127mm) of snow. In Mendota, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.2 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Mendota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mendota is 3.4h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mendota in December?

In December, in Mendota, the average high-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mendota?

The average relative humidity in December in Mendota, Minnesota, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Mendota in December?

In Mendota, Minnesota, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mendota?

In Mendota, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mendota?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mendota, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mendota have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mendota?

On the first day of December in Mendota, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mendota have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mendota is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mendota?

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 in Mendota?

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

Average temperature in December - Mendota, 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: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Mendota, MN

Average pressure in December - Mendota, 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
Mendota, MN

Average wind speed in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Mendota, MN

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

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
Mendota, MN

Average rainfall in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Mendota, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mendota, MN

Average snowfall in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mendota, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mendota, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mendota, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mendota, MN

Average UV index in December - Mendota, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Mendota, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Mendota, MN

Average visibility in December - Mendota, 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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