December weather forecast
Clear Lake, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clear Lake, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Throughout the December nights, Clear Lake encounters a low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

In Clear Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Clear Lake, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) 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 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Clear Lake in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clear Lake, is 23.7°F (-4.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.6°F (-10.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Clear Lake?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clear Lake?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Clear Lake?

The average day length in December in Clear Lake is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Clear Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clear Lake have in December?

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Clear Lake?

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 Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, Minnesota, 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 temperature in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Clear Lake, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clear Lake, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Clear Lake, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Clear Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Clear Lake, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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