December weather forecast
Wheaton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wheaton, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Wheaton, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wheaton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102 days and collects up to 19.17" (487mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wheaton in December?

In December, in Wheaton, the average high-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wheaton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wheaton, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wheaton, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wheaton?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wheaton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wheaton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Wheaton, MN

Average pressure in December - Wheaton, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wheaton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Wheaton, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Wheaton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Wheaton, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wheaton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Wheaton, 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
Wheaton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wheaton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Wheaton, MN

Average UV index in December - Wheaton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wheaton, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Wheaton, MN

Average visibility in December - Wheaton, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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