December weather forecast
Cokato, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Cokato, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

Cokato's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). During December, Cokato experiences an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cokato, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cokato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Cokato, Minnesota, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12 days and accumulates 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cokato, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cokato have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cokato?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Cokato, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cokato, MN

Average temperature in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Cokato, MN

Average pressure in December - Cokato, 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
Cokato, MN

Average wind speed in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cokato, MN

Average humidity in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Cokato, MN

Average rainfall in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Cokato, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cokato, MN

Average snowfall in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cokato, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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
Cokato, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cokato, MN

Average UV index in December - Cokato, 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
Cokato, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Cokato, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cokato, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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