December weather forecast
Vesta, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vesta, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Vesta experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Throughout December, Vesta witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Vesta, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Vesta, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Vesta, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Vesta, records 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vesta?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Vesta, the average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vesta have in December?

In Vesta, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Vesta is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Vesta, MN

Average temperature in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Vesta, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Vesta, MN

Average wind speed in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Vesta, MN

Average humidity in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

Average rainfall in December
Vesta, MN

Average rainfall in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Vesta, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vesta, MN

Average snowfall in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vesta, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vesta, 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: 3h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vesta, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Vesta, MN

Average UV index in December - Vesta, 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
Vesta, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Vesta, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Vesta, MN

Average visibility in December - Vesta, 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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