December weather forecastBackus, MN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Backus, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) and an average high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).Temperature
December's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C) to a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C). Backus experiences a consistent average temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C) throughout the nights in December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.5 rainfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Backus, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 21.4°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 (17.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Backus, 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
Backus, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Backus, MN
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Backus, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Backus, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Backus, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 6.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Backus, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Backus, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Backus, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Backus, 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
Backus, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 73
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Backus, MN
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
