December weather forecast
Brookston, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brookston, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an extreme cold 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Brookston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Brookston experiences an average high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Brookston, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Brookston, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Brookston, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Brookston?

The months with the lowest UV index in Brookston are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Brookston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Brookston, MN

Average temperature in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Brookston, MN

Average pressure in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Brookston, MN

Average wind speed in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Brookston, MN

Average humidity in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Brookston, MN

Average rainfall in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Brookston, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brookston, MN

Average snowfall in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brookston, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brookston, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Brookston, MN

Average UV index in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Brookston, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Brookston, MN

Average visibility in December - Brookston, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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