December weather forecast
Alvarado, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Alvarado, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and an average high of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

As Alvarado, Minnesota, welcomes December, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a frigid cold 7.7°F (-13.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Alvarado is 90%.

Rainfall

In Alvarado, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alvarado, there are 101.5 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Alvarado. The month with the most snowfall in Alvarado is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alvarado, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Alvarado is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Alvarado are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Alvarado?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alvarado are 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and 7.7°F (-13.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Alvarado?

In Alvarado, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in Alvarado in December?

In December, in Alvarado, Minnesota, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Alvarado?

The month with the most snowfall in Alvarado, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Alvarado in December?

In December, in Alvarado, Minnesota, it is snowing for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alvarado?

The month with the shortest days in Alvarado is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Alvarado?

In December, the average day length in Alvarado, Minnesota, is 8h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Alvarado?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alvarado?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alvarado is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alvarado?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Alvarado?

In Alvarado, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alvarado, MN

Average temperature in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Alvarado, MN

Average pressure in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alvarado, MN

Average wind speed in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Alvarado, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Alvarado, MN

Average rainfall in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Alvarado, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alvarado, MN

Average snowfall in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alvarado, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alvarado, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Alvarado, MN

Average UV index in December - Alvarado, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Alvarado, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Alvarado, MN

Average visibility in December - Alvarado, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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