December weather forecast
Melrose, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melrose, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

Melrose in December sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Melrose encounters a steady low-temperature average of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Melrose, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Melrose, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Melrose, Minnesota. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Melrose, Minnesota.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Melrose is 3.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Melrose. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Melrose in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Melrose, records 22.6°F (-5.2°C), while the low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melrose?

The average relative humidity in December in Melrose is 88%.

How much does it rain in Melrose in December?

In Melrose, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Melrose?

The month with the most snowfall in Melrose, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Melrose in December?

In Melrose, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melrose?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melrose have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melrose?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melrose?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Melrose?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Melrose?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Melrose, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Melrose, MN

Average temperature in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°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 (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Melrose, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melrose, MN

Average wind speed in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Melrose, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Melrose, MN

Average rainfall in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Melrose, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melrose, MN

Average snowfall in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melrose, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melrose, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melrose, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Melrose, MN

Average UV index in December - Melrose, 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
Melrose, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Melrose, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Melrose, MN

Average visibility in December - Melrose, 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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