December weather forecast
Welcome, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Welcome, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during December drops from November's cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C). During December, Welcome observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In Welcome, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Welcome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Welcome, in December, snow falls for 13.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Welcome, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.5 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 27°F (-2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Welcome, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Welcome, in December, during 13.4 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Welcome, the average day length in December is 9h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Welcome have in December?

In Welcome, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Welcome is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Welcome, MN

Average temperature in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Welcome, MN

Average pressure in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Welcome, MN

Average wind speed in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Welcome, MN

Average humidity in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Welcome, MN

Average rainfall in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Welcome, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Welcome, MN

Average snowfall in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Welcome, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Welcome, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Welcome, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Welcome, MN

Average UV index in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Welcome, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Welcome, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Welcome, MN

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

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

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