December weather forecast
Steen, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Steen, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Steen, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a still freezing cold 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Steen, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Steen, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Steen, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Steen is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Steen is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice 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 Steen?

The high-temperature, in December, in Steen, records 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Steen?

In Steen, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Steen?

In Steen, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Steen?

In Steen, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Steen?

The month with the shortest days in Steen, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Steen?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Steen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Steen have in December?

In Steen, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Steen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Steen is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Steen, MN

Average temperature in December - Steen, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°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 (9.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Steen, MN

Average pressure in December - Steen, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Steen, MN

Average wind speed in December - Steen, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Steen, MN

Average humidity in December - Steen, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Steen, MN

Average rainfall in December - Steen, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Steen, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Steen, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Steen, MN

Average snowfall in December - Steen, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Steen, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Steen, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Steen, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Steen, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Steen, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Steen, MN

Average UV index in December - Steen, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Steen, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Steen, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Steen, MN

Average visibility in December - Steen, 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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