December weather forecast
Lake Shore, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Shore, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and min 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

Lake Shore's transition into December is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). In December, Lake Shore experiences a temperature dip to an average of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.3 rainfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Shore, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lake Shore, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Lake Shore in December?

In Lake Shore, during December, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake Shore, during December, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Shore?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lake Shore, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average temperature in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average pressure in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average humidity in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 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 Shore, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Shore, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Shore, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Lake Shore, MN

Average visibility in December - Lake Shore, 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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