December weather forecast
Saint James, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint James, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In Saint James, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Saint James, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint James, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.2 days and collects up to 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint James, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Saint James, there are 41.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Saint James is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Saint James is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint James are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint James?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saint James, is 26.6°F (-3°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint James?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint James?

In Saint James, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Saint James in December?

In Saint James, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint James?

December has the shortest days of the year in Saint James, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saint James have in December?

In December, the average day length in Saint James, Minnesota, is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saint James?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint James?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint James is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Saint James?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saint James?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Saint James is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Saint James, MN

Average temperature in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint James, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Saint James, MN

Average wind speed in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint James, MN

Average humidity in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint James, MN

Average rainfall in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint James, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint James, MN

Average snowfall in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint James, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint James, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint James, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint James, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint James, MN

Average UV index in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint James, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Saint James, MN

Average visibility in December - Saint James, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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