December weather forecast
Hugo, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hugo, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Hugo, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.4 rainfall days, and 6.89" (175mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hugo are January through May, October through December. In Hugo, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Hugo, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.2 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hugo, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Hugo, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hugo, Minnesota, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hugo have in December?

In Hugo, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hugo have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hugo, MN

Average temperature in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hugo, MN

Average pressure in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hugo, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hugo, MN

Average humidity in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hugo, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Hugo, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hugo, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hugo, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hugo, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Hugo, MN

Average UV index in December - Hugo, 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
Hugo, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hugo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hugo, MN

Average visibility in December - Hugo, 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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