December weather forecast
Esko, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Esko, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 10.4°F (-12°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Esko's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). Throughout the nights in December, Esko experiences an average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Esko, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Esko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Esko, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

January, 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Esko in December has an average high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Esko, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Esko.

What is the average length of the day in December in Esko?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Esko?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Esko, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Esko, MN

Average temperature in December - Esko, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Esko, MN

Average pressure in December - Esko, 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
Esko, MN

Average wind speed in December - Esko, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Esko, MN

Average humidity in December - Esko, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Esko, MN

Average rainfall in December - Esko, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Esko, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Esko, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Esko, MN

Average snowfall in December - Esko, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Esko, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Esko, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Esko, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Esko, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Esko, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Esko, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Esko, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Esko, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Esko, MN

Average visibility in December - Esko, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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