December weather forecast
Lakeville, MN

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Weather in December

The festive season in December sees Lakeville, painted in white, burrow under a thick blanket of winter. The city roads are lined with snow, nostalgic of a classic white Christmas scene. The city gets about 0.55" (14mm) of snow that month, completing the winter wonderland picture. With festive lights decking the streets and homes, December is a magical month to experience a winter holiday in Lakeville.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lakeville's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from November's cold 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) in Lakeville.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Lakeville, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. In Lakeville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 72.4 days and collects up to 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lakeville, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lakeville, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
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. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lakeville in December?

In December, in Lakeville, the average high-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lakeville?

In Lakeville, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Lakeville in December?

In Lakeville, Minnesota, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lakeville in December?

In Lakeville, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakeville?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lakeville, Minnesota.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lakeville?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lakeville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lakeville, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lakeville is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lakeville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lakeville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lakeville is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lakeville, MN

Average temperature in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakeville, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lakeville, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

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 (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakeville, MN

Average humidity in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakeville, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakeville, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakeville, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakeville, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakeville, 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: 3h 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: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakeville, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakeville, MN

Average UV index in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Lakeville, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeville, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lakeville, MN

Average visibility in December - Lakeville, 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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