December weather forecastFergus Falls, MN
December
Weather in December
December sees Fergus Falls plunged into stark winter conditions. With temperatures dwindling to a chilly 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and snowy days increasing to 15.7, it is evident that the town is in the heart of the cold season. The shortened daylight hours and the maximum snowfall heighten the winter experience, wrapping up the year with a frigid touch.Temperature
December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). During December, Fergus Falls's temperature averages to an extreme cold 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at night.Humidity
In Fergus Falls, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Fergus Falls, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Fergus Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.9 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December in Fergus Falls, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Fergus Falls, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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
Fergus Falls, 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).
