December weather forecast
Medicine Lake, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Medicine Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In Medicine Lake, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still freezing cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

In Medicine Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Medicine Lake, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.9 rainfall days, and 20.24" (514mm) 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 12.6 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Medicine Lake, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Medicine Lake in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Medicine Lake, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Medicine Lake, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Medicine Lake, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Medicine Lake have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Medicine Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

What is the month with 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Medicine Lake, 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
Medicine Lake, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Medicine Lake, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December - Medicine Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Medicine Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Medicine Lake, 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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