December weather forecast
Hardwick, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hardwick, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

Hardwick sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during December, falling from an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Hardwick, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Hardwick, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hardwick, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hardwick.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Hardwick, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hardwick?

In Hardwick, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hardwick, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hardwick?

In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hardwick, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hardwick have in December?

In Hardwick, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hardwick, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hardwick?

In Hardwick, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hardwick, MN

Average temperature in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hardwick, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hardwick, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hardwick, MN

Average humidity in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Hardwick, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Hardwick, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hardwick, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hardwick, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hardwick, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hardwick, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hardwick, MN

Average UV index in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hardwick, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Hardwick, MN

Average visibility in December - Hardwick, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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