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
A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C). Throughout December, Park Rapids anticipates an average low-temperature of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.Rainfall
In Park Rapids, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Park Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Park Rapids, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 21.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Park Rapids, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Park Rapids, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 7.32"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Park Rapids, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Park Rapids, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Park Rapids, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Park Rapids, 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
Park Rapids, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Park Rapids, MN
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
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