December weather forecast
Saint Michael, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Michael, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a significant change in Saint Michael's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Saint Michael, Minnesota, falls to an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Michael, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Saint Michael, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Saint Michael, the average sunshine in December 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 the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Saint Michael, the average high-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Michael?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Saint Michael, in December, during 11.6 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°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 (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average pressure in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Michael, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average humidity in December - Saint Michael, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average rainfall in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Michael, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average snowfall in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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 Michael, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Michael, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average UV index in December - Saint Michael, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Michael, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Saint Michael, MN

Average visibility in December - Saint Michael, 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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