December weather forecastMinden, NV
December
Weather in December
December welcomes the stark winter in Minden, with plummeting temperatures and increased snowfall. The festive season brings joy and brightness to the otherwise gloomy, cold days. With an average of 7.5 days of snowfall, locals can often witness a 'white Christmas'. An increase in humidity levels gives a noticeable bite to the chill in the air. Daylight hours are at their shortest, marking the end of the year with the longest night.Temperature
Minden's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 72%.Rainfall
In Minden, Nevada, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minden, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Minden, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 41.65" (1058mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm PST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Minden, NV
- Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Minden, NV
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Minden, NV
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and October (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Minden, NV
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).
Average rainfall in December
Minden, NV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Minden, NV
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Minden, NV
- Average snowfall in December: 7.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Minden, NV
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minden, NV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Minden, NV
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Minden, NV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Minden, NV
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in December
Minden, NV
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
