December weather forecast
Lester Prairie, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

December signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Lester Prairie's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a still freezing cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In Lester Prairie, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lester Prairie, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lester Prairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.2 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lester Prairie are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lester Prairie.
On the first day of December in Lester Prairie, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lester Prairie?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lester Prairie, is 24.8°F (-4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lester Prairie?

The average relative humidity in December in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Lester Prairie in December?

In December, in Lester Prairie, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lester Prairie?

The month with the most snowfall in Lester Prairie is December, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lester Prairie in December?

In Lester Prairie, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lester Prairie?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Lester Prairie?

In Lester Prairie, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lester Prairie?

On the first day of December in Lester Prairie, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lester Prairie have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lester Prairie?

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 reading in December in Lester Prairie?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lester Prairie is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average temperature in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°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 (6.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average pressure in December - Lester Prairie, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lester Prairie, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average humidity in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lester Prairie, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average UV index in December - Lester Prairie, 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
Lester Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lester Prairie, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lester Prairie, MN

Average visibility in December - Lester Prairie, 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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