December weather forecast
Waltham, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Waltham, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

Temperature

A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from an icy 41°F (5°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a still subzero cold 15.6°F (-9.1°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Waltham is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Waltham, Minnesota, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Waltham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Waltham. In Waltham, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In Waltham, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Waltham. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Waltham in December?

In Waltham, 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.6°F (-9.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Waltham?

The average relative humidity in December in Waltham is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Waltham?

In Waltham, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Waltham?

In Waltham, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waltham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Waltham, Minnesota, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Waltham is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Waltham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waltham, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waltham?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Waltham, Minnesota, is 3.6h.

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

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 in Waltham?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Waltham, MN

Average temperature in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.6°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 (7.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Waltham, MN

Average pressure in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waltham, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Waltham, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Waltham, MN

Average rainfall in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Waltham, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waltham, MN

Average snowfall in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waltham, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waltham, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waltham, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Waltham, MN

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Waltham, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Waltham, MN

Average visibility in December - Waltham, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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