Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Ottertail's transition into December is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from a wintry 36°F (2.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a frigid cold 11.5°F (-11.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.Rainfall
In Ottertail, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 21.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April, October and November (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").
Average rainfall days in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Ottertail, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 69
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Ottertail, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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