December weather forecast
Saint Stephen, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Stephen, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and an average low of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Saint Stephen, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) 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 December in Saint Stephen, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint Stephen?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Stephen, is 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saint Stephen, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Saint Stephen, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Stephen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°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 (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average pressure in December - Saint Stephen, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average wind speed in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Stephen, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average rainfall in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average snowfall in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 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 Stephen, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Stephen, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Stephen, MN

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Saint Stephen, MN

Average visibility in December - Saint Stephen, 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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