December weather forecast
Gaylord, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gaylord, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Gaylord's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). An average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is observed in Gaylord during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gaylord, Minnesota, is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gaylord, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gaylord, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Gaylord, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gaylord, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gaylord is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gaylord, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gaylord 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gaylord?

In Gaylord, 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Gaylord?

In Gaylord, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Gaylord in December?

In December, in Gaylord, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gaylord?

In Gaylord, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gaylord?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gaylord?

The average day length in December in Gaylord, Minnesota, is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gaylord?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaylord have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gaylord?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gaylord?

In Gaylord, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gaylord, MN

Average temperature in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gaylord, MN

Average pressure in December - Gaylord, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gaylord, MN

Average wind speed in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gaylord, MN

Average humidity in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gaylord, MN

Average rainfall in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gaylord, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gaylord, MN

Average snowfall in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gaylord, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Gaylord, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gaylord, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gaylord, MN

Average UV index in December - Gaylord, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gaylord, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Gaylord, MN

Average visibility in December - Gaylord, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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