December weather forecast
Tracy, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tracy, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Tracy experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Tracy, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tracy, Minnesota, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tracy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tracy, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tracy, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.9°F (-9.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Tracy, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Tracy?

In Tracy, Minnesota, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tracy have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tracy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Tracy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tracy, MN

Average temperature in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°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 (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Tracy, MN

Average pressure in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tracy, MN

Average wind speed in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Tracy, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Tracy, MN

Average rainfall in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Tracy, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tracy, MN

Average snowfall in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tracy, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tracy, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tracy, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Tracy, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Tracy, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Tracy, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Tracy, MN

Average visibility in December - Tracy, 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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