December weather forecastLa Crescent, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in La Crescent, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).Temperature
As La Crescent welcomes December, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In La Crescent, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In La Crescent, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.3 rainfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In La Crescent, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 20.2" (513mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).
Average pressure in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 3.66"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
La Crescent, 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 (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
La Crescent, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
