December weather forecast
Shoreview, MN

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Weather in December

December ends the year with chilly weather in Shoreview, Minnesota; high temperatures drop to 24.8°F (-4°C), resuming the signature cold winter cycle that started the year.

Temperature

The beginning of December in Shoreview, Minnesota, marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Shoreview, in December, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 66.4 rainfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shoreview, Minnesota, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Shoreview, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Shoreview in December has an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shoreview, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Shoreview, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shoreview, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shoreview have in December?

In Shoreview, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Shoreview, MN

Average temperature in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Shoreview, MN

Average pressure in December - Shoreview, 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
Shoreview, MN

Average wind speed in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Shoreview, MN

Average humidity in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Shoreview, MN

Average rainfall in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Shoreview, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shoreview, MN

Average snowfall in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shoreview, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shoreview, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shoreview, 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
Shoreview, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Shoreview, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Shoreview, MN

Average UV index in December - Shoreview, 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
Shoreview, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Shoreview, 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
Shoreview, MN

Average visibility in December - Shoreview, 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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