December weather forecast
Tamarack, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tamarack, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a frigid cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In Tamarack, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Tamarack, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tamarack, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tamarack, is 22.1°F (-5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tamarack, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tamarack, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Tamarack have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

What are the months 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 intensity in December?

In Tamarack, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Tamarack, MN

Average temperature in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Tamarack, MN

Average pressure in December - Tamarack, 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
Tamarack, MN

Average wind speed in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Tamarack, MN

Average humidity in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Tamarack, MN

Average rainfall in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Tamarack, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tamarack, MN

Average snowfall in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tamarack, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tamarack, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tamarack, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tamarack, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tamarack, MN

Average UV index in December - Tamarack, 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
Tamarack, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Tamarack, MN

Average visibility in December - Tamarack, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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