December weather forecast
Mounds View, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Mounds View, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and max 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

Mounds View in December sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). During December, Mounds View records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mounds View, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.4 days and collects up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mounds View, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mounds View, the average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Mounds View, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mounds View, in December, during 2 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mounds View?

The month with the shortest days in Mounds View is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Mounds View is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mounds View, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mounds View have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Mounds View, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Mounds View, MN

Average temperature in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mounds View, MN

Average pressure in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mounds View, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mounds View, MN

Average humidity in December - Mounds View, 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 May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mounds View, MN

Average rainfall in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Mounds View, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mounds View, MN

Average snowfall in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mounds View, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mounds View, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mounds View, 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 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mounds View, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mounds View, MN

Average UV index in December - Mounds View, 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
Mounds View, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Mounds View, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Mounds View, MN

Average visibility in December - Mounds View, 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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