December weather forecast
Richmond, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Richmond, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

Richmond's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) is experienced in Richmond.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Richmond. December is the month with the most snowfall in Richmond. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond are January, 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. 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 December in Richmond?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Richmond, is 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond?

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Richmond in December?

In Richmond, Minnesota, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Richmond?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Richmond. Snow falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Richmond?

In December, in Richmond, Minnesota, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond?

The month with the shortest days in Richmond, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

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

In Richmond, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond?

On the first day of December in Richmond, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richmond?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Richmond is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Richmond?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richmond?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Richmond, MN

Average temperature in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°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 (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Richmond, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richmond, MN

Average wind speed in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Richmond, MN

Average humidity in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

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

Average rainfall in December
Richmond, MN

Average rainfall in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richmond, MN

Average snowfall in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Richmond, MN

Average UV index in December - Richmond, 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
Richmond, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Richmond, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Richmond, MN

Average visibility in December - Richmond, 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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