December weather forecast
Saint Cloud, WA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Saint Cloud, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively, December is Saint Cloud's coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Saint Cloud, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Saint Cloud, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint Cloud, there are 11.5 snowfall days, and 10" (254mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:34 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Saint Cloud, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Saint Cloud?

In Saint Cloud, December is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and a low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Is it cold during December?

In Saint Cloud, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saint Cloud, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Saint Cloud, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saint Cloud have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint Cloud, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:34 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Cloud have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Saint Cloud, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average temperature in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average pressure in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average humidity in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.96"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (5.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average UV index in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Saint Cloud, WA

Average visibility in December - Saint Cloud, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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