Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The shift from November to December sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Preston's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a still subzero cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C).Humidity
In Preston, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, in Preston, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Preston, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Preston are January through May, October through December. In Preston, during December, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Preston, there are 51.2 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Preston, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Preston is 3.8h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Preston. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the shortest days in Preston?
How many hours of daylight does Preston have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Preston, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.3°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 (8.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Preston, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Preston, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, April and November (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Preston, 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
Preston, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Preston, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Preston, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Preston, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Preston, MN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Preston, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Preston, 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
Preston, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Preston, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and December (5mi).
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