December weather forecast
Long Prairie, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Long Prairie, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 12°F (-11.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C) is witnessed in Long Prairie throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Long Prairie is 88%.

Rainfall

In Long Prairie, in December, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.5 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Long Prairie are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Long Prairie. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Long Prairie, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Long Prairie, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Long Prairie, Minnesota, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Long Prairie in December?

During December, Long Prairie experiences an average high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Prairie?

In Long Prairie, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Long Prairie in December?

In Long Prairie, in December, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Long Prairie?

The month with the most snowfall in Long Prairie, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Long Prairie?

In December, in Long Prairie, Minnesota, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Long Prairie.

What is the average length of the day in December in Long Prairie?

In December, the average day length in Long Prairie, Minnesota, is 8h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Long Prairie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Prairie have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Long Prairie, Minnesota, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Long Prairie?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Long Prairie?

In Long Prairie, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average temperature in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Long Prairie, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average wind speed in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average humidity in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average rainfall in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average snowfall in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 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
Long Prairie, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Long Prairie, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average UV index in December - Long Prairie, 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
Long Prairie, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Long Prairie, 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 32).

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Average visibility in December
Long Prairie, MN

Average visibility in December - Long Prairie, 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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