December weather forecast
Side Lake, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Side Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.9°F (-13.4°C) and an average high of 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

Side Lake experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 19.4°F (-7°C). Throughout December, Side Lake registers a consistent average low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Side Lake, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Side Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Side Lake. Snow falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Side Lake is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Side Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) and a low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Side Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 20.1 days. Throughout December, 9.21" (234mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Side Lake have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Side Lake, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

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

In Side Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Side Lake?

In Side Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Side Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in December
Side Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Side Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Side Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Side Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Side Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Side Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Side Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Side Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Side Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Side Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Side Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Side Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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