December weather forecast
Turtle River, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Turtle River, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.7°F (-12.4°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.1°F (-6.6°C). During the month of December, Turtle River experiences a steady low-temperature average of 9.7°F (-12.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Turtle River, during December, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.2 rainfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Turtle River. Snow falls for 18.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Turtle River, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Turtle River, the average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. 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. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Turtle River in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Turtle River during December are 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 9.7°F (-12.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Turtle River?

The average relative humidity in December in Turtle River, Minnesota, is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Turtle River?

In Turtle River, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Turtle River?

The month with the most snowfall in Turtle River, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Turtle River in December?

In December, in Turtle River, Minnesota, it is snowing for 18.8 days. Throughout December, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Turtle River?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Turtle River have in December?

In Turtle River, the average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Turtle River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Turtle River, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Turtle River have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Turtle River?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Turtle River?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Turtle River, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Turtle River, MN

Average temperature in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Turtle River, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Turtle River, MN

Average wind speed in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Turtle River, MN

Average humidity in December - Turtle River, 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
Turtle River, MN

Average rainfall in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Turtle River, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Turtle River, MN

Average snowfall in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Turtle River, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.8 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
Turtle River, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Turtle River, 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: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Turtle River, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Turtle River, MN

Average UV index in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Turtle River, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Turtle River, MN

Average visibility in December - Turtle River, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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