December weather forecast
International Falls, MN

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The Rainy River draining into the Rainy Lake, dense road network, and a townscape of International Falls City in Minnesota
The Rainy River draining into the Rainy Lake, dense road network, and a townscape of International Falls City in Minnesota

Weather in December

By December, the winter in International Falls is in full swing, with the city transformed into a winter landscape. Colder than November, December continues to bring down the average temperatures, reaching near freezing point. Snowfall is at its maximum, almost hitting 8" (203mm), offering fantastic foliage scenes draped in white. With the days significantly shorter, the city receives the least amount of sunshine. Despite the harsh weather conditions, the winter beauty of Minnesota remains unmatched.

Temperature

International Falls's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 18.5°F (-7.5°C). International Falls, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In International Falls, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In International Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) 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 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

In International Falls, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in International Falls are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In International Falls, 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 7.7°F (-13.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in International Falls?

In International Falls, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In International Falls, in December, snow falls for 21.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in International Falls?

December has the shortest days of the year in International Falls, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In International Falls, the average day length in December is 8h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In International Falls, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In International Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
International Falls, MN

Average temperature in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°F).

Average pressure in December
International Falls, MN

Average pressure in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
International Falls, MN

Average wind speed in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
International Falls, MN

Average humidity in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
International Falls, MN

Average rainfall in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
International Falls, MN

Average rainfall days in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
International Falls, MN

Average snowfall in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
International Falls, MN

Average snowfall days in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
International Falls, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h 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: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
International Falls, MN

Average sunshine days in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
International Falls, MN

Average UV index in December - International Falls, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
International Falls, MN

Average cloud cover in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
International Falls, MN

Average visibility in December - International Falls, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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