Minnesota weather in December
One place stands in for Minnesota here — these are Minneapolis's numbers, not a statewide average.
Based on 1 weather station, in Minneapolis. One station — Minneapolis; the lake country north of it runs colder still, especially once the winter nights set in.
Minneapolis & St. Paul
Highs near 29°, nights around 15°, and 11.4 in of snow in a typical December.
| Place | Highs / lows | Wet days | Snow | The short version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 29° / 15° | 9 | 11.4 in | Deep cold with a festive alibi, and snow that finally stays. |
Each place above has its own page for the full story — what the month feels like, what to pack, and whether the timing is right.