December weather forecast
Oronoco, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oronoco, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Oronoco records an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.9 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.2 snowfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Oronoco is 3.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Oronoco experiences an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oronoco, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oronoco?

In Oronoco, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Oronoco have in December?

In Oronoco, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

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 reading in December?

In Oronoco, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oronoco, MN

Average temperature in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Oronoco, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Oronoco, MN

Average wind speed in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Oronoco, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Oronoco, MN

Average rainfall in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Oronoco, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oronoco, MN

Average snowfall in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oronoco, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oronoco, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oronoco, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Oronoco, MN

Average UV index in December - Oronoco, 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
Oronoco, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Oronoco, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Oronoco, MN

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

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

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