December weather forecast
Leonidas, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Leonidas, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

Leonidas observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's icy 33.6°F (0.9°C) to a freezing cold 19.4°F (-7°C). Leonidas experiences a mean temperature of 7.5°F (-13.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Leonidas, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Leonidas, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Leonidas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 21.18" (538mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 18 days and accumulates 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Leonidas. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Leonidas, in December, the average high-temperature is 19.4°F (-7°C), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in Leonidas?

In Leonidas, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Leonidas, in December, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 8.23" (209mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 30min 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 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Leonidas?

In Leonidas, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leonidas?

The months with the lowest UV index in Leonidas are January through March, 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 hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Leonidas, MN

Average temperature in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Leonidas, MN

Average pressure in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leonidas, MN

Average wind speed in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Leonidas, MN

Average humidity in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Leonidas, MN

Average rainfall in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Leonidas, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leonidas, MN

Average snowfall in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leonidas, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leonidas, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Leonidas, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Leonidas, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Leonidas, MN

Average visibility in December - Leonidas, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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