December weather forecast
Saint Paul Park, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Paul Park, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Saint Paul Park records an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Saint Paul Park, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Saint Paul Park, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Paul Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saint Paul Park are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 24.33" (618mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint Paul Park are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Paul Park, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Paul Park, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Paul Park have in December?

In Saint Paul Park, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Paul Park have in December?

In Saint Paul Park, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December in Saint Paul Park?

In Saint Paul Park, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average temperature in December - Saint Paul Park, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average pressure in December - Saint Paul Park, 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 Paul Park, MN

Average wind speed in December - Saint Paul Park, 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
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average humidity in December - Saint Paul Park, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average rainfall in December - Saint Paul Park, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Paul Park, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average snowfall in December - Saint Paul Park, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Paul Park, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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 Paul Park, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Paul Park, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average UV index in December - Saint Paul Park, 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 Paul Park, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Saint Paul Park, MN

Average visibility in December - Saint Paul Park, 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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