December weather forecast
Buffalo Lake, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and an average high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Buffalo Lake observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Buffalo Lake is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Buffalo Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Buffalo Lake in December?

In Buffalo Lake, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo Lake?

In Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Buffalo Lake in December?

In December, in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Buffalo Lake?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Buffalo Lake in December?

In Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo Lake?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota.

What is the average length of the day in December in Buffalo Lake?

In Buffalo Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Buffalo Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buffalo Lake?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Buffalo Lake?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Buffalo Lake.

What is the UV index reading in December in Buffalo Lake?

In Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo Lake, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Buffalo Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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