December weather forecast
Ponsford, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ponsford, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C) and an average high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Ponsford witnesses an average temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ponsford, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ponsford, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ponsford, Minnesota. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ponsford is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ponsford, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ponsford are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ponsford?

In December, in Ponsford, the average high-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ponsford?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ponsford?

In Ponsford, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Ponsford?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Ponsford. Snow falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Ponsford?

In December, it is snowing for 19.6 days. Throughout December, 7.32" (186mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ponsford?

The month with the shortest days in Ponsford, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ponsford have in December?

In Ponsford, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ponsford?

On the first day of December in Ponsford, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ponsford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ponsford is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ponsford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ponsford?

In Ponsford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ponsford, MN

Average temperature in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ponsford, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ponsford, MN

Average wind speed in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ponsford, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Ponsford, MN

Average rainfall in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Ponsford, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ponsford, MN

Average snowfall in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ponsford, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ponsford, 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: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ponsford, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ponsford, MN

Average UV index in December - Ponsford, 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
Ponsford, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ponsford, MN

Average visibility in December - Ponsford, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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