December weather forecast
East Grand Forks, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in East Grand Forks, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 7.5°F (-13.6°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

In East Grand Forks, stepping into December signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from November's icy 35.6°F (2°C) to a subzero cold 18.7°F (-7.4°C). In December, the average low-temperature is an extreme cold 7.5°F (-13.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in East Grand Forks is 89%.

Rainfall

In East Grand Forks, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In East Grand Forks, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.3 days and collects up to 10.47" (266mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in East Grand Forks is December, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Grand Forks.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in East Grand Forks in December?

In East Grand Forks, 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 7.5°F (-13.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Grand Forks?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in East Grand Forks?

In East Grand Forks, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in East Grand Forks?

December is the month with the most snowfall in East Grand Forks. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in East Grand Forks in December?

In East Grand Forks, in December, during 11.7 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Grand Forks?

The month with the shortest days in East Grand Forks is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does East Grand Forks have in December?

In East Grand Forks, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in East Grand Forks?

On the first day of December in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Grand Forks have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in East Grand Forks is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in East Grand Forks?

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

How high is the UV index in December in East Grand Forks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in East Grand Forks is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average temperature in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average pressure in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average wind speed in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average humidity in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average rainfall in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average rainfall days in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average snowfall in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average snowfall days in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 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
East Grand Forks, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average sunshine days in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average UV index in December - East Grand Forks, 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
East Grand Forks, MN

Average cloud cover in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
East Grand Forks, MN

Average visibility in December - East Grand Forks, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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