December weather forecast
Ranier, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ranier, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and max 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

As November gives way to December, the average high-temperature displays a considerable decrease, falling from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a freezing cold 18.5°F (-7.5°C). During December, Ranier experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

In Ranier, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Ranier, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Ranier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ranier, the average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ranier, is 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in December?

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

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ranier, during December, snow falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ranier have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ranier are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ranier?

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

Average temperature in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ranier, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ranier, MN

Average wind speed in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ranier, MN

Average humidity in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Ranier, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Ranier, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ranier, MN

Average snowfall in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ranier, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ranier, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ranier, MN

Average UV index in December - Ranier, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ranier, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Ranier, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Ranier, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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