December weather forecast
Kerkhoven, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kerkhoven, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and an average high of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

Kerkhoven experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In December, Kerkhoven encounters an average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kerkhoven is 87%.

Rainfall

In Kerkhoven, during December, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kerkhoven, there are 96.3 rainfall days, and 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kerkhoven, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Kerkhoven, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Kerkhoven, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kerkhoven in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kerkhoven, Minnesota, during December are 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Kerkhoven?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kerkhoven?

In Kerkhoven, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kerkhoven in December?

In Kerkhoven, Minnesota, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kerkhoven?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kerkhoven have in December?

The average day length in December in Kerkhoven, Minnesota, is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kerkhoven?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kerkhoven have in December?

In Kerkhoven, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kerkhoven?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kerkhoven?

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

Average temperature in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°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 (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average pressure in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average wind speed in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average humidity in December - Kerkhoven, 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 and May (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average rainfall in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average snowfall in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.5 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
Kerkhoven, MN

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

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 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average UV index in December - Kerkhoven, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Kerkhoven, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Kerkhoven, MN

Average visibility in December - Kerkhoven, 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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