December weather forecastLakeland, MN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Lakeland, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C).Temperature
December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). December brings Lakeland a consistent average low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).Humidity
In Lakeland, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.Rainfall
In December, in Lakeland, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lakeland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lakeland, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. In Lakeland, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.4 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Lakeland is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December in Lakeland, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Lakeland are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 24.6°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 (19.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Lakeland, 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
Lakeland, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.45"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lakeland, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lakeland, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Lakeland, 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
Lakeland, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Lakeland, 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).





