December weather forecastGem Lake, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Gem Lake, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).Temperature
The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). In the month of December, an average of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.Rainfall
In Gem Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Gem Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) 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 12 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 24.8°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 (19.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 5"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gem Lake, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Gem 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
Gem Lake, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
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 32).
Average visibility in December
Gem 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 month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
