December weather forecast
Medford, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Medford, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is marked by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Medford experiences a mean low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Medford, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Medford, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.9 days and collects up to 23.74" (603mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Medford, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow. In Medford, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 24.06" (611mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Medford, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Medford in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Medford, records 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Medford?

The average relative humidity in December in Medford is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Medford?

In Medford, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Medford?

In Medford, in December, during 12.7 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Medford?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Medford.

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

In December, the average day length in Medford is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Medford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Medford have in December?

In Medford, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Medford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Medford is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Medford, MN

Average temperature in December - Medford, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Medford, MN

Average pressure in December - Medford, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Medford, MN

Average wind speed in December - Medford, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Medford, MN

Average humidity in December - Medford, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Medford, MN

Average rainfall in December - Medford, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Medford, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Medford, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Medford, MN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Medford, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Medford, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.7 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
Medford, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medford, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Medford, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Medford, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Medford, MN

Average UV index in December - Medford, 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
Medford, MN

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Medford, MN

Average visibility in December - Medford, 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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