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Minneapolis weather in December (Minnesota, United States of America)

What does the weather outlook for Minneapolis look like in December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Minneapolis includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December marks the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -2°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -10°C. With the arrival of this cold month, make sure you're dressed in warm clothing. It's important to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Minneapolis in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with snow.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 116 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Minneapolis. September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Minneapolis climate page with graphs.

 

Minneapolis, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 47 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 116 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 42%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Minneapolis should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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