December weather forecast
Lake Benton, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lake Benton, Minnesota, 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

December's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). December nights in Lake Benton are marked by an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Lake Benton, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lake Benton, Minnesota, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lake Benton, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Lake Benton, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lake Benton is 4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Benton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lake Benton?

During December, Lake Benton experiences an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Benton?

The average relative humidity in December in Lake Benton, Minnesota, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake Benton?

In Lake Benton, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lake Benton?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Benton?

The month with the shortest days in Lake Benton, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lake Benton?

In December, the average day length in Lake Benton, Minnesota, is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Benton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lake Benton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Lake Benton?

In Lake Benton, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Benton, MN

Average temperature in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average pressure in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average humidity in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Benton, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average UV index in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Benton, 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
Lake Benton, MN

Average visibility in December - Lake Benton, 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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