December weather forecast
Rushford, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rushford, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.7°F (-8.5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C). Rushford in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rushford, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rushford, there are 113.7 rainfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rushford, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 10.79" (274mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rushford, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rushford, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rushford, records 27.1°F (-2.7°C), while the low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rushford, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rushford, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rushford, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rushford, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rushford, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rushford have in December?

In Rushford, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Rushford, MN

Average temperature in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rushford, MN

Average pressure in December - Rushford, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rushford, MN

Average wind speed in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Rushford, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Rushford, MN

Average rainfall in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Rushford, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

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

Average snowfall in December
Rushford, MN

Average snowfall in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rushford, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rushford, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rushford, MN

Average UV index in December - Rushford, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rushford, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Rushford, MN

Average visibility in December - Rushford, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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