December weather forecast
Madelia, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Madelia, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

As Madelia transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). During the month of December, Madelia's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Madelia is 86%.

Rainfall

In Madelia, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madelia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.7 days and collects up to 8.78" (223mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Madelia are January through April, October through December. In Madelia, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madelia, Minnesota, there are 41.2 snowfall days, and 5.63" (143mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Madelia, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Madelia in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Madelia, is 26.4°F (-3.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 15.4°F (-9.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Madelia?

In Madelia, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Madelia?

In Madelia, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Madelia?

In Madelia, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Madelia?

The month with the shortest days in Madelia is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Madelia have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Madelia?

On the first day of December in Madelia, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madelia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Madelia is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Madelia?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Madelia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Madelia, MN

Average temperature in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°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 (8.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Madelia, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Madelia, MN

Average wind speed in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Madelia, MN

Average humidity in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Madelia, MN

Average rainfall in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Madelia, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Madelia, MN

Average snowfall in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Madelia, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madelia, 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 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Madelia, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, October and November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Madelia, MN

Average UV index in December - Madelia, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Madelia, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Madelia, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Madelia, MN

Average visibility in December - Madelia, 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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