December weather forecast
Elrosa, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Elrosa, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

Elrosa's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). During December, Elrosa witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Elrosa, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Elrosa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elrosa. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) 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 7:40 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Elrosa experiences an average high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Elrosa, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Elrosa. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elrosa, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Elrosa, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Elrosa, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elrosa, MN

Average temperature in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°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 (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Elrosa, MN

Average pressure in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elrosa, MN

Average wind speed in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Elrosa, MN

Average humidity in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Elrosa, MN

Average rainfall in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Elrosa, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elrosa, MN

Average snowfall in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elrosa, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 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
Elrosa, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elrosa, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elrosa, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Elrosa, MN

Average UV index in December - Elrosa, 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
Elrosa, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Elrosa, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Elrosa, MN

Average visibility in December - Elrosa, 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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