December weather forecast
La Crescent, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in La Crescent, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.1°F (-8.3°C) and max 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

La Crescent, Minnesota, witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). During the nights in December, La Crescent experiences a consistent average temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

In La Crescent, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In La Crescent, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in La Crescent, there are 129.3 rainfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in La Crescent are January through May, October through December. In La Crescent, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In La Crescent, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 20.2" (513mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in La Crescent is December, 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, in La Crescent, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in La Crescent is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in La Crescent are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in La Crescent in December?

In December, in La Crescent, the average high-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in La Crescent?

The average relative humidity in December in La Crescent, Minnesota, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in La Crescent?

In La Crescent, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in La Crescent in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in La Crescent?

December has the shortest days of the year in La Crescent, Minnesota, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in La Crescent?

In La Crescent, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in La Crescent?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does La Crescent have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in La Crescent is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in La Crescent?

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

How high is the UV index in December in La Crescent?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average pressure in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average wind speed in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average humidity in December
La Crescent, MN

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
La Crescent, MN

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average snowfall in December
La Crescent, MN

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
La Crescent, MN

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average UV index in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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Average visibility in December
La Crescent, MN

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).

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