December weather forecast
Harris, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Harris, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14°F (-10°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

December marks a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, descending from November's cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). Throughout December, Harris witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 14°F (-10°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Harris, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Harris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Harris. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 5.51" (140mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Harris, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Harris, the average sunshine in December 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 in Harris, Minnesota. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Harris?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Harris, is 24.1°F (-4.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 14°F (-10°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Harris?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Harris?

In Harris, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Harris?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Harris. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Harris?

In Harris, Minnesota, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harris?

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

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

The average day length in December in Harris, Minnesota, is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Harris?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Harris, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Harris?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Harris, Minnesota, is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harris?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Harris?

In Harris, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Harris, MN

Average temperature in December - Harris, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Harris, MN

Average pressure in December - Harris, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Harris, MN

Average wind speed in December - Harris, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Harris, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Harris, MN

Average rainfall in December - Harris, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Harris, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Harris, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harris, MN

Average snowfall in December - Harris, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.51"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Harris, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Harris, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harris, 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 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harris, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Harris, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Harris, MN

Average UV index in December - Harris, 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
Harris, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Harris, MN

Average visibility in December - Harris, 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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