December weather forecast
Elmore, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elmore, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Elmore sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a still subzero cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Elmore, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Elmore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elmore, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elmore, there are 57.1 snowfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Elmore, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In Elmore, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Elmore in December has an average high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elmore, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) 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 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Elmore, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Elmore, MN

Average temperature in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°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 (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Elmore, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elmore, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elmore, MN

Average humidity in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Elmore, MN

Average rainfall in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Elmore, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elmore, MN

Average snowfall in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elmore, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elmore, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Elmore, MN

Average UV index in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Elmore, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Elmore, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Elmore, MN

Average visibility in December - Elmore, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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