December weather forecast
Lake Elmo, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Elmo, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and max 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

A shift in Lake Elmo's weather is noticeable as November turns into December, with the average high temperature decreasing from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lake Elmo, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lake Elmo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.8 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lake Elmo. In Lake Elmo, in December, snow falls for 13.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lake Elmo, there are 66.7 snowfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Elmo.
On the first day of December in Lake Elmo, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lake Elmo is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lake Elmo?

During December, Lake Elmo experiences an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and a low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Elmo?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, is 88%.

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

In Lake Elmo, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake Elmo in December?

In December, in Lake Elmo, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Elmo have in December?

In December, the average day length in Lake Elmo is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Elmo?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Elmo have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lake Elmo is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lake Elmo?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lake Elmo?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lake Elmo is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average temperature in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°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 (6.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Elmo, MN

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

Average wind speed in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average humidity in December - Lake Elmo, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Elmo, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Elmo, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Elmo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

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 32).

Average visibility in December
Lake Elmo, MN

Average visibility in December - Lake Elmo, 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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