December weather forecast
Lutsen, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lutsen, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average low of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) to a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C). December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lutsen, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.6 rainfall days, and 18.5" (470mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lutsen, during December, snow falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lutsen, there are 74.2 snowfall days, and 23.23" (590mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lutsen, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lutsen is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lutsen, Minnesota, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lutsen?

In December, in Lutsen, the average high-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lutsen?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lutsen, Minnesota, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lutsen?

In December, in Lutsen, Minnesota, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lutsen in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lutsen?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lutsen have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lutsen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lutsen, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:21 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lutsen have in December?

In Lutsen, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lutsen?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lutsen?

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

Average temperature in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (68.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lutsen, MN

Average pressure in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lutsen, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lutsen, MN

Average humidity in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lutsen, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lutsen, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lutsen, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.84"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lutsen, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.6 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
Lutsen, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lutsen, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lutsen, MN

Average UV index in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lutsen, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Lutsen, MN

Average visibility in December - Lutsen, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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