December weather forecast
Saint Francis, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Francis, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and max 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a freezing cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C). Saint Francis records an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 14.9°F (-9.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Saint Francis is 87%.

Rainfall

In Saint Francis, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.4 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Francis, is 24.3°F (-4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Saint Francis, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Francis, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Francis have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average pressure in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average wind speed in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average humidity in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

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

Average rainfall in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average rainfall in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average snowfall in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Francis, 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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average UV index in December - Saint Francis, 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
Saint Francis, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Francis, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Saint Francis, MN

Average visibility in December - Saint Francis, 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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