December weather forecast
Watkins, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Watkins, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 14°F (-10°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, Watkins experiences an average low-temperature of 14°F (-10°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Watkins, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Watkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Watkins in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Watkins, records 24.1°F (-4.4°C), while the low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Watkins?

The average relative humidity in December in Watkins is 87%.

How much does it rain in Watkins in December?

In Watkins, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Watkins?

The month with the most snowfall in Watkins is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Watkins?

In Watkins, Minnesota, in December, during 11.9 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watkins?

December has the shortest days of the year in Watkins, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Watkins have in December?

In December, the average day length in Watkins is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Watkins?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Watkins, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watkins have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Watkins, Minnesota, is 3.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Watkins?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Watkins, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Watkins, MN

Average temperature in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Watkins, MN

Average pressure in December - Watkins, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watkins, MN

Average wind speed in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Watkins, MN

Average humidity in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Watkins, MN

Average rainfall in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Watkins, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watkins, MN

Average snowfall in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watkins, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Watkins, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watkins, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Watkins, MN

Average UV index in December - Watkins, 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
Watkins, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Watkins, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Watkins, MN

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

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

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