December weather forecast
Oslo, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Oslo, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

December signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 34.5°F (1.4°C) to a subzero cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). Oslo's temperature drops to an average low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oslo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.5 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Oslo, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oslo 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Oslo, records 17.8°F (-7.9°C), while the low-temperature is 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oslo?

In Oslo, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Oslo, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

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 Oslo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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
Oslo, MN

Average temperature in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Oslo, MN

Average pressure in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oslo, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Oslo, MN

Average humidity in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Oslo, MN

Average rainfall in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Oslo, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oslo, MN

Average snowfall in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oslo, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oslo, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Oslo, MN

Average UV index in December - Oslo, 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
Oslo, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Oslo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Oslo, MN

Average visibility in December - Oslo, 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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