December weather forecast
Glenwood, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Glenwood, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). Nightly temperatures in Glenwood drop to an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glenwood, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Glenwood. The month with the most snowfall in Glenwood is December, when snow falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) 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 7:42 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Glenwood?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Glenwood, is 22.3°F (-5.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glenwood?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Glenwood?

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Glenwood?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Glenwood, Minnesota. Snow falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Glenwood?

In Glenwood, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glenwood?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Glenwood, Minnesota.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Glenwood?

On the first day of December in Glenwood, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Glenwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Glenwood is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Glenwood?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Glenwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Glenwood, MN

Average temperature in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Glenwood, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Glenwood, MN

Average wind speed in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Glenwood, MN

Average humidity in December - Glenwood, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Glenwood, MN

Average rainfall in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Glenwood, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Glenwood, MN

Average snowfall in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Glenwood, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Glenwood, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Glenwood, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Glenwood, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Glenwood, MN

Average UV index in December - Glenwood, 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
Glenwood, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Glenwood, 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 July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Glenwood, MN

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

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

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