December weather forecast
Albany, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Albany, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C). Albany, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Albany, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.2 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Albany is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Albany in December?

The high-temperature in Albany during December is 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Albany?

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

How much does it rain in Albany in December?

In Albany, in December, during 2.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Albany?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Albany?

In December, in Albany, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albany?

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

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

The average day length in December in Albany is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Albany?

On the first day of December in Albany, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Albany?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Albany?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Albany is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, MN

Average temperature in December - Albany, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Albany, MN

Average pressure in December - Albany, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Albany, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Albany, MN

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Albany, MN

Average rainfall in December - Albany, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Albany, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Albany, MN

Average snowfall in December - Albany, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Albany, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Albany, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albany, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Albany, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Albany, MN

Average UV index in December - Albany, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Albany, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Albany, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

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 31).

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Average visibility in December
Albany, MN

Average visibility in December - Albany, 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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