December weather forecastKerkhoven, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Kerkhoven, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). During the month of December, Kerkhoven experiences a steady low-temperature average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Kerkhoven, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kerkhoven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.3 days and collects up to 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kerkhoven, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:40 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.
Sunshine
In Kerkhoven, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.UV index
February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kerkhoven, 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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
