December weather forecast
South Haven, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in South Haven, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 14°F (-10°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). Throughout the month of December, South Haven sees a steady low-temperature average of 14°F (-10°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In South Haven, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Haven, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in South Haven, Minnesota. December is the month with the most snowfall in South Haven. Snow falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in South Haven is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in South Haven, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Haven?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Haven during December are 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 14°F (-10°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Haven?

In December, the average relative humidity in South Haven is 87%.

How much does it rain in South Haven in December?

In South Haven, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in South Haven?

December is the month with the most snowfall in South Haven, Minnesota. Snow falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in South Haven in December?

In South Haven, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Haven?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Haven, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Haven?

In South Haven, the average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Haven?

On the first day of December in South Haven, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Haven?

In South Haven, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Haven?

January, February, 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 South Haven?

In South Haven, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Haven, MN

Average temperature in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in December
South Haven, MN

Average pressure in December - South Haven, 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
South Haven, MN

Average wind speed in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

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 (7mph).

Average humidity in December
South Haven, MN

Average humidity in December - South Haven, 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
South Haven, MN

Average rainfall in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
South Haven, MN

Average rainfall days in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Haven, MN

Average snowfall in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Haven, MN

Average snowfall days in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Haven, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Haven, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Haven, MN

Average sunshine days in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
South Haven, MN

Average UV index in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
South Haven, MN

Average cloud cover in December - South Haven, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
South Haven, MN

Average visibility in December - South Haven, 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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