December weather forecast
Swan River, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Swan River, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C) from November's cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Swan River expects an average low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Swan River is 90%.

Rainfall

In Swan River, in December, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.9 days and accumulates 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Swan River, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Swan River are 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Swan River, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.9 days and accumulates 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Swan River, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Swan River?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Swan River?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Swan River is 2.4h.

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 in Swan River, Minnesota.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Swan River, MN

Average temperature in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Swan River, MN

Average pressure in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Swan River, MN

Average wind speed in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Swan River, MN

Average humidity in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Swan River, MN

Average rainfall in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Swan River, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Swan River, MN

Average snowfall in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Swan River, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Swan River, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swan River, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Swan River, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Swan River, MN

Average UV index in December - Swan River, 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
Swan River, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Swan River, MN

Average visibility in December - Swan River, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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