December weather forecast
Crane Lake, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Crane Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 8.1°F (-13.3°C) and an average high of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) to a subzero cold 19°F (-7.2°C). Crane Lake records an average nighttime low-temperature of 8.1°F (-13.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Crane Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Crane Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.5 rainfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Crane Lake, the average sunshine in December is 2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 19°F (-7.2°C) and the low-temperature is 8.1°F (-13.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Crane Lake, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Crane Lake, in December, snow falls for 20.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Crane Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Crane Lake, 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
Crane Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Crane Lake, MN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Crane Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Crane Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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