December weather forecast
Sunfish Lake, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In the month of December, Sunfish Lake's average low-temperature falls to 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sunfish Lake is 88%.

Rainfall

In Sunfish Lake, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sunfish Lake, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sunfish Lake, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow. In Sunfish Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 24.33" (618mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sunfish Lake in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sunfish Lake, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sunfish Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sunfish Lake?

In December, in Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sunfish Lake in December?

In Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sunfish Lake?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sunfish Lake.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sunfish Lake?

In Sunfish Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sunfish Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sunfish Lake?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sunfish Lake?

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Sunfish Lake, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Sunfish 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
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Sunfish Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Sunfish Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Sunfish 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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