December weather forecast
Minnetonka Beach, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minnetonka Beach, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Minnetonka Beach, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minnetonka Beach, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Minnetonka Beach, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.7 days and aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Minnetonka Beach 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Minnetonka Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Minnetonka Beach, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Minnetonka Beach, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Minnetonka Beach have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Minnetonka Beach?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December in Minnetonka Beach?

In Minnetonka Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 temperature in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average temperature in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average pressure in December - Minnetonka Beach, 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
Minnetonka Beach, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average humidity in December - Minnetonka Beach, 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
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average rainfall in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average snowfall in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minnetonka Beach, 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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average UV index in December - Minnetonka Beach, 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
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Minnetonka Beach, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Minnetonka Beach, MN

Average visibility in December - Minnetonka Beach, 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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