December weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasant Valley, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 10.4°F (-12°C) and max 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 10.4°F (-12°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Pleasant Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pleasant Valley. The month with the most snowfall in Pleasant Valley is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pleasant Valley is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pleasant Valley, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Valley, Minnesota. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pleasant Valley?

December temperatures in Pleasant Valley vary between a high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Pleasant Valley?

The month with the most snowfall in Pleasant Valley is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Pleasant Valley in December?

In Pleasant Valley, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pleasant Valley?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Valley have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pleasant Valley is 8h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pleasant Valley?

On the first day of December in Pleasant Valley, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Valley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pleasant Valley is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pleasant Valley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pleasant Valley?

In Pleasant Valley, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Valley, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Valley, MN

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Valley, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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