December weather forecast
Crookston, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Crookston, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average low of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Temperature

Crookston's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 19°F (-7.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Crookston in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Crookston, is 19°F (-7.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Crookston, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Crookston, in December, during 15.2 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Crookston, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Crookston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Crookston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Crookston, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Crookston, MN

Average pressure in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Crookston, MN

Average wind speed in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Crookston, MN

Average humidity in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Crookston, MN

Average rainfall in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Crookston, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Crookston, MN

Average snowfall in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Crookston, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Crookston, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Crookston, MN

Average UV index in December - Crookston, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Crookston, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Crookston, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Crookston, MN

Average visibility in December - Crookston, 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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