December weather forecast
Strathcona, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Strathcona, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Strathcona witnesses an average low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

In Strathcona, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In December, in Strathcona, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.7 rainfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Strathcona. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Strathcona is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Strathcona, the average sunshine in December is 2.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Strathcona. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Strathcona?

During December, Strathcona experiences an average high-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Strathcona?

The average relative humidity in December in Strathcona, Minnesota, is 91%.

How much does it rain in Strathcona in December?

In Strathcona, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Strathcona?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Strathcona, Minnesota. Snow falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 5" (127mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Strathcona in December?

In Strathcona, during December, snow falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Strathcona?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Strathcona, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Strathcona?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Strathcona, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Strathcona?

The average sunshine duration in December in Strathcona, Minnesota, is 2.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Strathcona?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Strathcona?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Strathcona, MN

Average temperature in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in December
Strathcona, MN

Average pressure in December - Strathcona, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Strathcona, MN

Average wind speed in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Strathcona, MN

Average humidity in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Strathcona, MN

Average rainfall in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Strathcona, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Strathcona, MN

Average snowfall in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Strathcona, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Strathcona, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Strathcona, MN

Average UV index in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Strathcona, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Strathcona, MN

Average visibility in December - Strathcona, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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