December weather forecast
Carlos, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Carlos, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and max 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

Carlos's transition into December is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 37.4°F (3°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a frigid cold 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

In Carlos, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Carlos, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Carlos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Carlos, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Carlos, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min 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 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Carlos, MN

Average temperature in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Carlos, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carlos, MN

Average wind speed in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlos, MN

Average humidity in December - Carlos, 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
Carlos, MN

Average rainfall in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlos, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlos, MN

Average snowfall in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlos, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Carlos, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlos, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlos, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Carlos, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Carlos, MN

Average visibility in December - Carlos, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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