December weather forecast
Long Lake, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Long Lake, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and max 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C). Long Lake records a consistent low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Long Lake is 87%.

Rainfall

In Long Lake, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Long Lake, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.9 days and collects up to 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Long Lake, Minnesota, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Long Lake, Minnesota, there are 50.7 snowfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) 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 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Long Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Long Lake in December?

Long Lake in December has an average high-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity in Long Lake, Minnesota, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Long Lake?

In Long Lake, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Long Lake in December?

In Long Lake, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Long Lake, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Long Lake have in December?

The average day length in December in Long Lake, Minnesota, is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Long Lake?

On the first day of December in Long Lake, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Long Lake?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Long Lake is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Long Lake?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Long Lake?

In Long Lake, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Long Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Long Lake, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Long Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Long Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Long Lake, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Long Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Long Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Long Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Long Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Long Lake, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Lake, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Long Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Long Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
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
Long Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Long Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Long Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Long Lake, 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).

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