December weather forecast
Melrude, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melrude, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and an average high of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a frigid cold 7.7°F (-13.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

Rainfall

In Melrude, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Melrude, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Melrude is December, when snow falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Melrude is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Melrude is 2.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Melrude, Minnesota. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Melrude?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Melrude are 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 7.7°F (-13.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Melrude?

In Melrude, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How much does it rain in Melrude in December?

In Melrude, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Melrude?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Melrude, Minnesota. Snow falls for 20.7 days and accumulates 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Melrude?

In Melrude, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 20.7 days, with typically accumulated 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melrude?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Melrude, Minnesota.

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

In December, the average day length in Melrude, Minnesota, is 8h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Melrude?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melrude?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

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

January through March, 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 Melrude?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Melrude, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Melrude, MN

Average temperature in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in December
Melrude, MN

Average pressure in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melrude, MN

Average wind speed in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Melrude, MN

Average humidity in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Melrude, MN

Average rainfall in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Melrude, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melrude, MN

Average snowfall in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melrude, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melrude, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Melrude, MN

Average UV index in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Melrude, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Melrude, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Melrude, MN

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

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

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