December weather forecast
Elgin, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elgin, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). An average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Elgin.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Elgin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.4 days and collects up to 25.59" (650mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elgin, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elgin, Minnesota, there are 52.8 snowfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Elgin, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Elgin is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elgin are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elgin?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elgin, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elgin?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Elgin in December?

In Elgin, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elgin in December?

In Elgin, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elgin?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elgin, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in December?

In Elgin, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elgin?

On the first day of December in Elgin, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elgin?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elgin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from 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
Elgin, MN

Average temperature in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°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 (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Elgin, MN

Average pressure in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Elgin, MN

Average wind speed in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Elgin, MN

Average humidity in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Elgin, MN

Average rainfall in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Elgin, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elgin, MN

Average snowfall in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elgin, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elgin, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Elgin, MN

Average UV index in December - Elgin, 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
Elgin, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elgin, MN

Average visibility in December - Elgin, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July, August and December (5mi).

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