December weather forecast
Silver Lake, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Silver Lake, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

December signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a still freezing cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Silver Lake is 88%.

Rainfall

In Silver Lake, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Silver Lake, there are 116.2 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Silver Lake.
On the first day of December in Silver Lake, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Silver Lake, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. 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 Silver Lake in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Silver Lake, Minnesota, are 24.8°F (-4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Silver Lake?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Silver Lake in December?

In Silver Lake, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Silver Lake?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Silver Lake in December?

In Silver Lake, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days in Silver Lake is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Silver Lake, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

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

On the first day of December in Silver Lake, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

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

In Silver Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Silver Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average temperature in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average pressure in December - Silver 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average wind speed in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average humidity in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

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
Silver Lake, MN

Average rainfall in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average snowfall in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 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
Silver Lake, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average UV index in December - Silver 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
Silver Lake, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Silver Lake, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Silver Lake, MN

Average visibility in December - Silver 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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