December weather forecast
Minnesota Lake, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Minnesota Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

Minnesota Lake's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). An average temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Minnesota Lake, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.2 rainfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 12.2" (310mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Minnesota Lake, the average high-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Minnesota Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Minnesota Lake, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minnesota Lake?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Minnesota Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Minnesota Lake, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Minnesota Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Minnesota 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
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minnesota Lake, 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: 3h and 5min

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
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Minnesota 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
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

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 31).

Average visibility in December
Minnesota Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Minnesota Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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