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Saint Paul weather in December (Minnesota, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Saint Paul this December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Saint Paul usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December ushers in the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -10°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Saint Paul in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 116 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Saint Paul. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Saint Paul, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 50 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 116 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 42% *  
Data from: Minneapolis, the United States of America (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Saint Paul 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

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