December weather forecast
Hector, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hector, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and max 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

As Hector, Minnesota, welcomes December, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Hector in December experiences a low-temperature average of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Hector, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hector, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hector. December is the month with the most snowfall in Hector. Snow falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hector is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hector, Minnesota. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hector in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hector, records 24.8°F (-4°C), while the low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hector?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hector?

In Hector, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Hector?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Hector, Minnesota. Snow falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hector?

In December, in Hector, Minnesota, it is snowing for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hector?

The month with the shortest days in Hector is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Hector, Minnesota, is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hector?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hector have in December?

In Hector, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hector?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hector?

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

Average temperature in December - Hector, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hector, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Hector, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hector, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hector, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hector, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hector, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hector, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hector, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hector, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hector, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hector, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hector, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Hector, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hector, 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 5min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hector, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hector, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hector, MN

Average UV index in December - Hector, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Hector, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hector, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Hector, MN

Average visibility in December - Hector, 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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