December weather forecast
Red Wing, CO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Red Wing, Colorado, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.6°F (-9.1°C) and an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). Red Wing, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Red Wing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Red Wing, in December, during 10.3 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 73.4 snowfall days, and 53.07" (1348mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Red Wing is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 15.6°F (-9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Red Wing, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Red Wing have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:52 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Wing have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Red Wing, CO

Average temperature in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Red Wing, CO

Average pressure in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Red Wing, CO

Average wind speed in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Red Wing, CO

Average humidity in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (43%).

Average rainfall in December
Red Wing, CO

Average rainfall in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Red Wing, CO

Average rainfall days in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Red Wing, CO

Average snowfall in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Red Wing, CO

Average snowfall days in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Red Wing, CO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Red Wing, CO

Average sunshine days in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Red Wing, CO

Average UV index in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Red Wing, CO

Average cloud cover in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Red Wing, CO

Average visibility in December - Red Wing, CO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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