December weather forecast
Ihlen, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ihlen, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). An average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

In Ihlen, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ihlen, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) 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 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ihlen, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ihlen, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ihlen, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ihlen, MN

Average temperature in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ihlen, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ihlen, MN

Average wind speed in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ihlen, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Ihlen, MN

Average rainfall in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Ihlen, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ihlen, MN

Average snowfall in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ihlen, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ihlen, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ihlen, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ihlen, MN

Average UV index in December - Ihlen, 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
Ihlen, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ihlen, MN

Average visibility in December - Ihlen, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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