December weather forecast
Lake Itasca, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Itasca, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and min 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Lake Itasca experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C). Lake Itasca observes an average nighttime temperature of 8.4°F (-13.1°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lake Itasca, Minnesota, is 91%.

Rainfall

In Lake Itasca, Minnesota, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Itasca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake Itasca are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Lake Itasca. Snow falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lake Itasca, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lake Itasca are January, February, November and 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 the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lake Itasca?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lake Itasca, is 19.6°F (-6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Itasca?

In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.

How much does it rain in Lake Itasca in December?

In Lake Itasca, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lake Itasca?

The month with the most snowfall in Lake Itasca is December, when snow falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

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

In Lake Itasca, Minnesota, in December, during 17.3 snowfall days, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Itasca, Minnesota.

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

In Lake Itasca, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Itasca?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Itasca, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lake Itasca, Minnesota, is 2.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lake Itasca?

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

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Itasca, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average temperature in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average pressure in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average humidity in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 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
Lake Itasca, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Itasca, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lake Itasca, MN

Average visibility in December - Lake Itasca, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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