December weather forecast
Eagle Lake, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Eagle Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and min 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In Eagle Lake, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Eagle Lake, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.9 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Eagle Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity in Eagle Lake is 88%.

How much does it rain in Eagle Lake in December?

In Eagle Lake, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Eagle Lake, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Eagle Lake is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Eagle Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Eagle Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Eagle 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

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

Average rainfall in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eagle 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Eagle Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Eagle 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
Eagle Lake, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Eagle Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Eagle 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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