December weather forecastElbow Lake, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Elbow Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and max 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Temperature
The drop of average high-temperatures is noticeable in December, with a decrease from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to an extreme cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Elbow Lake is 88%.Rainfall
In Elbow Lake, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.9 rainfall days, and 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elbow Lake.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Elbow Lake is 3.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Elbow Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Elbow Lake, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).
Average rainfall in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 5.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Elbow 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Elbow Lake, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Elbow 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
