December weather forecast
Taconite, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Taconite, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and min 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Temperature

In Taconite, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C) to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Taconite, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Taconite, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Taconite. Snow falls for 19.9 days and accumulates 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Taconite.
On the first day of December in Taconite, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Taconite is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Taconite are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Taconite?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Taconite during December are 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Taconite?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Taconite?

In Taconite, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Taconite?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Taconite in December?

In Taconite, Minnesota, in December, during 19.9 snowfall days, 7.2" (183mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Taconite?

December has the shortest days of the year in Taconite, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Taconite have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Taconite?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Taconite, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Taconite?

The average sunshine duration in December in Taconite is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Taconite?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Taconite?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Taconite is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taconite, MN

Average temperature in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Taconite, MN

Average pressure in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Taconite, MN

Average wind speed in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Taconite, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Taconite, MN

Average rainfall in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Taconite, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Taconite, MN

Average snowfall in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Taconite, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Taconite, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taconite, 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: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Taconite, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Taconite, MN

Average UV index in December - Taconite, 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
Taconite, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Taconite, MN

Average visibility in December - Taconite, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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