December weather forecast
Roseville, MN

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Weather in December

December welcomes the full swing of the winter season in Roseville, with comparatively cooler temperatures and an increased frequency of snowfall these diminishing daylight hours. The average low temperature stands at 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The number of sunshine days decreases due to the reduced duration of daylength. Cloudy skies dominate December, often paving the way for snowstorms. The closely packed sequential waves of snowfall blanketing the city create a classic winter wonderland ambiance.

Temperature

As December begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Roseville experiences a mean temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Roseville, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Roseville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.2 snowfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Roseville, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Roseville is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Roseville in December has an average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Roseville, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Roseville, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Roseville have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Roseville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Roseville, MN

Average temperature in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Roseville, MN

Average pressure in December - Roseville, 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
Roseville, MN

Average wind speed in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Roseville, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Roseville, MN

Average rainfall in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Roseville, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Roseville, MN

Average snowfall in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Roseville, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Roseville, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Roseville, MN

Average UV index in December - Roseville, 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
Roseville, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Roseville, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Roseville, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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