Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In Dakota, in December, the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Dakota, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dakota, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 23.66" (601mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dakota.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Dakota. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in Dakota in December?
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How many hours of daylight does Dakota have in December?
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When is the lowest UV index in Dakota?
What is the UV index reading in December in Dakota?
Average temperature in December
Dakota, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Dakota, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dakota, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Dakota, MN
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").
Average rainfall days in December
Dakota, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.88"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dakota, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dakota, MN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dakota, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Dakota, MN
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dakota, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Dakota, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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