December weather forecast
Federal Dam, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Federal Dam, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average low of 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 9.5°F (-12.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Federal Dam, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Federal Dam, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Federal Dam are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Federal Dam. Snow falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Federal Dam, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Federal Dam is 2.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Federal Dam, Minnesota. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Federal Dam?

Federal Dam in December has an average high-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Federal Dam?

In Federal Dam, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in Federal Dam in December?

In Federal Dam, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Federal Dam?

The month with the most snowfall in Federal Dam, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Federal Dam?

In Federal Dam, Minnesota, in December, during 15.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Federal Dam?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Federal Dam have in December?

In Federal Dam, the average day length in December is 8h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Federal Dam?

On the first day of December in Federal Dam, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Federal Dam have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Federal Dam, Minnesota, is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Federal Dam?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Federal Dam?

In Federal Dam, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average temperature in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average pressure in December - Federal Dam, 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
Federal Dam, MN

Average wind speed in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average humidity in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average rainfall in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average snowfall in December - Federal Dam, 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
Federal Dam, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.3 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
Federal Dam, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average UV index in December - Federal Dam, 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
Federal Dam, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Federal Dam, MN

Average visibility in December - Federal Dam, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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