Detroit Lakes weather in December (Minnesota, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Detroit Lakes in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In December, Detroit Lakes generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -14°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Detroit Lakes in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 9 days.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 107 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Detroit Lakes. August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Detroit Lakes climate page with graphs.
Detroit Lakes, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-14°C
Max Temperature
-5°C
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
26 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
107 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
40% *
Where to go in the United States of America in December
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Detroit Lakes should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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