December weather forecast
Kensington, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kensington, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

Kensington's transition into December is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a frigid cold 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kensington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kensington, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Kensington, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kensington?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Kensington?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Kensington?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Kensington?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Kensington. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kensington in December?

In December, in Kensington, Minnesota, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kensington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kensington have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kensington?

On the first day of December in Kensington, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kensington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kensington, Minnesota, is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kensington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kensington?

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

Average temperature in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°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 (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kensington, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kensington, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kensington, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kensington, MN

Average rainfall in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kensington, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kensington, MN

Average snowfall in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kensington, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 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).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kensington, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kensington, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kensington, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Kensington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Kensington, MN

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

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

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