December weather forecast
Pleasant Lake, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Pleasant Lake, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

Pleasant Lake's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). During December, Pleasant Lake records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Pleasant Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation.

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 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pleasant Lake in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pleasant Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pleasant Lake, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Pleasant 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Pleasant 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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