December weather forecast
McGrath, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in McGrath, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). McGrath's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 11.8°F (-11.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in McGrath, Minnesota, is 89%.

Rainfall

In McGrath, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in McGrath, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in McGrath, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in McGrath, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in McGrath in December?

McGrath in December has an average high-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McGrath?

In McGrath, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in McGrath in December?

In McGrath, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in McGrath?

The month with the most snowfall in McGrath, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in McGrath?

In McGrath, Minnesota, in December, during 15.6 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in McGrath?

The month with the shortest days in McGrath, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In McGrath, the average day length in December is 8h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in McGrath?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in McGrath, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does McGrath have in December?

In McGrath, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in McGrath?

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 in McGrath?

In McGrath, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McGrath, MN

Average temperature in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

Average pressure in December
McGrath, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
McGrath, MN

Average wind speed in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
McGrath, MN

Average humidity in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
McGrath, MN

Average rainfall in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
McGrath, MN

Average rainfall days in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
McGrath, MN

Average snowfall in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McGrath, MN

Average snowfall days in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
McGrath, MN

Average sunshine days in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
McGrath, MN

Average UV index in December - McGrath, 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
McGrath, MN

Average cloud cover in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
McGrath, MN

Average visibility in December - McGrath, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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