December weather forecast
Lakefield, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Lakefield, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from November's wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C). Throughout the nights in December, Lakefield experiences an average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakefield is 86%.

Rainfall

In Lakefield, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Lakefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.4 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lakefield are January through May, October through December. In Lakefield, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Lakefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 20.08" (510mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lakefield, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lakefield is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality 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 Lakefield?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Lakefield?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Lakefield in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lakefield in December?

In Lakefield, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakefield?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lakefield have in December?

The average day length in December in Lakefield is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lakefield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lakefield?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lakefield, Minnesota, is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lakefield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lakefield, MN

Average temperature in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°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 (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakefield, MN

Average pressure in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lakefield, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakefield, MN

Average humidity in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakefield, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakefield, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakefield, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakefield, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lakefield, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakefield, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakefield, MN

Average UV index in December - Lakefield, 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
Lakefield, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lakefield, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lakefield, MN

Average visibility in December - Lakefield, 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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