December weather forecast
Balaton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Balaton, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Balaton, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Balaton, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.5 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Balaton, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50 snowfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Balaton, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Balaton, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Balaton, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Balaton, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Balaton, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Balaton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Balaton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Balaton, MN

Average temperature in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Balaton, MN

Average pressure in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Balaton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Balaton, MN

Average humidity in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Balaton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Balaton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Balaton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Balaton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Balaton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Balaton, MN

Average UV index in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Balaton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Balaton, MN

Average visibility in December - Balaton, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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