December weather forecast
Shafer, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Shafer, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and min 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

In Shafer, the average high-temperature in December drops from a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Shafer's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

In Shafer, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Shafer, Minnesota, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shafer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.2 days and collects up to 23.19" (589mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shafer, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shafer, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Shafer is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shafer are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shafer in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shafer are 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Shafer?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in Shafer in December?

In Shafer, Minnesota, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Shafer?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Shafer?

In Shafer, Minnesota, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shafer?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shafer?

The average day length in December in Shafer, Minnesota, is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shafer?

On the first day of December in Shafer, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shafer?

In Shafer, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shafer?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shafer?

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

Average temperature in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shafer, MN

Average pressure in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shafer, MN

Average wind speed in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shafer, MN

Average humidity in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shafer, MN

Average rainfall in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shafer, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shafer, MN

Average snowfall in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shafer, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Shafer, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shafer, 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 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shafer, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shafer, MN

Average UV index in December - Shafer, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shafer, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Shafer, MN

Average visibility in December - Shafer, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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