December weather forecast
Plainview, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plainview, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a wintry 41°F (5°C) to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is observed in Plainview during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plainview, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.4 rainfall days, and 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Plainview, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Plainview, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.8 days and aggregates up to 21.81" (554mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Plainview is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Plainview. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plainview?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Plainview, Minnesota, during December are 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Plainview?

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

How much does it rain in Plainview in December?

In December, in Plainview, Minnesota, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Plainview in December?

In December, in Plainview, Minnesota, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plainview?

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

How many hours of daylight does Plainview have in December?

The average day length in December in Plainview is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Plainview?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plainview, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainview have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Plainview?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Plainview?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°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 (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Plainview, MN

Average pressure in December - Plainview, 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
Plainview, MN

Average wind speed in December - Plainview, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Plainview, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Plainview, MN

Average rainfall in December - Plainview, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Plainview, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Plainview, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plainview, MN

Average snowfall in December - Plainview, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plainview, MN

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plainview, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plainview, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Plainview, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Plainview, MN

Average UV index in December - Plainview, 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
Plainview, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Plainview, MN

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

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

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