December weather forecast
Wayzata, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Wayzata, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wayzata is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Wayzata, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wayzata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.9 days and collects up to 20.24" (514mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wayzata are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wayzata, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wayzata, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wayzata, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wayzata are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wayzata?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wayzata, records 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wayzata?

In Wayzata, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wayzata?

In Wayzata, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Wayzata?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Wayzata in December?

In Wayzata, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wayzata?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wayzata have in December?

In Wayzata, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wayzata?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wayzata, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wayzata?

In Wayzata, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wayzata?

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

Average temperature in December - Wayzata, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Wayzata, MN

Average pressure in December - Wayzata, 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
Wayzata, MN

Average wind speed in December - Wayzata, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Wayzata, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Wayzata, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Wayzata, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Wayzata, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wayzata, MN

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Wayzata, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Wayzata, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wayzata, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wayzata, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Wayzata, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wayzata, MN

Average UV index in December - Wayzata, 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
Wayzata, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Wayzata, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Wayzata, MN

Average visibility in December - Wayzata, 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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