December weather forecast
New Hope, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in New Hope, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and max 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). New Hope, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In New Hope, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In New Hope, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.1 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in New Hope, Minnesota. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in New Hope is 3.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in New Hope in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in New Hope, is 25°F (-3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Hope?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in New Hope?

In New Hope, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in New Hope?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in New Hope in December?

In New Hope, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Hope?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Hope, Minnesota.

How many hours of daylight does New Hope have in December?

In New Hope, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Hope?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Hope, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in New Hope?

The average sunshine duration in December in New Hope, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Hope?

The months with the lowest UV index in New Hope are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in New Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Hope, MN

Average temperature in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°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 (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°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
New Hope, MN

Average pressure in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, MN

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

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

Average humidity in December
New Hope, MN

Average humidity in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in December
New Hope, MN

Average rainfall in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
New Hope, MN

Average rainfall days in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Hope, MN

Average snowfall in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Hope, MN

Average snowfall days in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Hope, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Hope, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Hope, MN

Average sunshine days in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
New Hope, MN

Average UV index in December - New Hope, 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
New Hope, MN

Average cloud cover in December - New Hope, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

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
New Hope, MN

Average visibility in December - New Hope, 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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