December weather forecast
Red Wing, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Red Wing, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Red Wing experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In Red Wing, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a still subzero cold 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Red Wing, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Red Wing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.7 days and collects up to 14.17" (360mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Red Wing, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Red Wing, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Red Wing, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Red Wing, Minnesota, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) 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 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Red Wing, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines 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 in Red Wing.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Red Wing, MN

Average temperature in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Red Wing, MN

Average pressure in December - Red Wing, 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
Red Wing, MN

Average wind speed in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Red Wing, MN

Average humidity in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Red Wing, MN

Average rainfall in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Red Wing, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Red Wing, MN

Average snowfall in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Red Wing, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Red Wing, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Red Wing, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Red Wing, MN

Average UV index in December - Red Wing, 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
Red Wing, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Red Wing, MN

Average visibility in December - Red Wing, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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