December weather forecast
Pequot Lakes, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pequot Lakes, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 11.1°F (-11.6°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Pequot Lakes observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In Pequot Lakes, the nighttime temperature averages to an extreme cold 11.1°F (-11.6°C) during December.

Humidity

In Pequot Lakes, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Pequot Lakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.2 days and collects up to 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Pequot Lakes is December, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pequot Lakes.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pequot Lakes?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pequot Lakes, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 11.1°F (-11.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pequot Lakes?

In Pequot Lakes, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pequot Lakes?

In Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Pequot Lakes?

The month with the most snowfall in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Pequot Lakes in December?

In Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, in December, during 16.4 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pequot Lakes?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pequot Lakes?

In December, the average day length in Pequot Lakes is 8h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pequot Lakes?

On the first day of December in Pequot Lakes, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pequot Lakes have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pequot Lakes?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Pequot Lakes?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average temperature in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average pressure in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average wind speed in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average humidity in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average rainfall in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average snowfall in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pequot Lakes, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average UV index in December - Pequot Lakes, 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
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Pequot Lakes, MN

Average visibility in December - Pequot Lakes, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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