December weather forecast
Lac Qui Parle, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lac Qui Parle, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lac Qui Parle experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In December, Lac Qui Parle records an average nighttime temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lac Qui Parle, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Lac Qui Parle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.4 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Lac Qui Parle is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In Lac Qui Parle, 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 the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lac Qui Parle, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Lac Qui Parle have in December?

In Lac Qui Parle, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lac Qui Parle have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Lac Qui Parle, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average temperature in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average pressure in December - Lac Qui Parle, 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
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average humidity in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lac Qui Parle, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average UV index in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lac Qui Parle, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Lac Qui Parle, MN

Average visibility in December - Lac Qui Parle, 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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