December weather forecastElko, MN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Elko, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Temperature
As Elko steps into December, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) of November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). An average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) is recorded in the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.Rainfall
In Elko, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.4 rainfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elko are January through May, October through December. In Elko, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) 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 7:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elko, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°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 (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Elko, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elko, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Elko, MN
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Elko, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").
Average rainfall days in December
Elko, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elko, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elko, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elko, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elko, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Elko, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Elko, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Elko, 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).
