December weather forecast
Oakdale, MN

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Weather in December

December marks the transition of Oakdale into full winter mode. Short days paired with a drop in temperature paints the city in a classic holiday-season image. The thickening of snow layers across the landscape offers a surreal, winter wonderland experience. Amidst falling snowflakes, residents of Oakdale welcome the festive season with a joyful weather backdrop. The year ends with a chill in the air and a sense of serenity across the city.

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a still subzero cold 14.9°F (-9.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oakdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oakdale are January through May, October through December. In Oakdale, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.2 snowfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) 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 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Oakdale, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, 25.3°F (-3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakdale?

The average relative humidity in December in Oakdale is 88%.

How much does it rain in Oakdale in December?

In Oakdale, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oakdale in December?

In Oakdale, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakdale?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Oakdale?

In December, the average day length in Oakdale, Minnesota, is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakdale?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oakdale?

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 Oakdale?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakdale, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakdale, MN

Average temperature in December - Oakdale, 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 (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakdale, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oakdale, MN

Average wind speed in December - Oakdale, 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 (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakdale, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakdale, MN

Average rainfall in December - Oakdale, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

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
Oakdale, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Oakdale, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakdale, MN

Average snowfall in December - Oakdale, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakdale, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Oakdale, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakdale, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakdale, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Oakdale, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakdale, MN

Average UV index in December - Oakdale, 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
Oakdale, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Oakdale, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Oakdale, MN

Average visibility in December - Oakdale, 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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