December weather forecast
Welch, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Welch, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Welch's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from November's wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In Welch, an average nighttime temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In Welch, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Welch, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Welch, there are 124.3 rainfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Welch, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:28 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Welch, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Welch, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Welch, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Welch have in December?

In Welch, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Welch have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Welch, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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
Welch, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Welch, MN

Average pressure in December - Welch, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Welch, MN

Average wind speed in December - Welch, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Welch, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Welch, MN

Average rainfall in December - Welch, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Welch, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Welch, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Welch, MN

Average snowfall in December - Welch, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Welch, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Welch, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Welch, 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 3min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Welch, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Welch, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Welch, MN

Average UV index in December - Welch, 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
Welch, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Welch, MN

Average visibility in December - Welch, 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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