December weather forecast
Owatonna, MN

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Weather in December

In December, Owatonna officially enters winter, experiencing a full circle of seasons. The cold becomes intense with the minimum temperature plummeting to 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max touching only 25.9°F (-3.4°C), mirroring the January low. Frequent snowfall and a striking increase in the number of snowy days reinforce the winter setting. With the least amount of daylight and the color-blanched landscape, it's evident that mid-winter has arrived. Clearly, December completes the weather year for Owatonna, showcasing the city's resilience in adjusting to considerable seasonal variations.

Temperature

December in Owatonna brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Owatonna witnesses an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Owatonna, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.9 rainfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Owatonna, in December, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Owatonna, there are 56.8 snowfall days, and 24.06" (611mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:28 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Owatonna, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Owatonna?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Owatonna, in December, during 12.7 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Owatonna is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Owatonna have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Owatonna?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Owatonna, MN

Average temperature in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Owatonna, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Owatonna, MN

Average wind speed in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Owatonna, MN

Average humidity in December - Owatonna, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Owatonna, MN

Average rainfall in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Owatonna, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Owatonna, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Owatonna, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Owatonna, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Owatonna, MN

Average UV index in December - Owatonna, 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
Owatonna, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Owatonna, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Owatonna, MN

Average visibility in December - Owatonna, 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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