December weather forecast
Olivia, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Olivia, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). An average minimum temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Olivia, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) 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 7:37 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Olivia, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

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 the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Olivia in December has an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low-temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Olivia is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Olivia, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Olivia, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Olivia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Olivia, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Olivia, MN

Average pressure in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olivia, MN

Average wind speed in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Olivia, MN

Average humidity in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Olivia, MN

Average rainfall in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Olivia, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olivia, MN

Average snowfall in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olivia, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olivia, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olivia, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Olivia, MN

Average UV index in December - Olivia, 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
Olivia, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Olivia, MN

Average visibility in December - Olivia, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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