December weather forecast
Turtle River, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Turtle River, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average low of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Temperature

Turtle River's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). During the nights in December, Turtle River experiences a consistent average temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Turtle River, in December, it is raining for 2.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Turtle River, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Turtle River. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Turtle River experiences an average high-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Turtle River, during December, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Turtle River in December?

In December, it is snowing for 18.8 days. Throughout December, 7.28" (185mm) 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 Turtle River have in December?

In December, the average day length in Turtle River is 8h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Turtle River, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

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 reading in December in Turtle River?

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

Average temperature in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Turtle River, MN

Average pressure in December - Turtle River, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Turtle River, MN

Average wind speed in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Turtle River, MN

Average humidity in December - Turtle 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
Turtle River, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Turtle River, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Turtle River, MN

Average snowfall in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Turtle River, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Turtle River, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Turtle River, MN

Average UV index in December - Turtle River, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Turtle River, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Turtle River, MN

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

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

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