December weather forecast
Glencoe, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glencoe, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and min 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Glencoe, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Glencoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.9 days and collects up to 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Glencoe, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Glencoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Glencoe are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glencoe, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Glencoe, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Glencoe, Minnesota.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glencoe have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Glencoe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Glencoe, MN

Average temperature in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Glencoe, MN

Average pressure in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Glencoe, MN

Average wind speed in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Glencoe, MN

Average humidity in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Glencoe, MN

Average rainfall in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Glencoe, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glencoe, MN

Average snowfall in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glencoe, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glencoe, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Glencoe, MN

Average UV index in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Glencoe, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Glencoe, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Glencoe, MN

Average visibility in December - Glencoe, 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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