December weather forecast
Monticello, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Monticello, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). Monticello's temperature lowers to a mean of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Monticello, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Monticello, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.9 days and collects up to 20.51" (521mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monticello, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Monticello, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Monticello, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Monticello are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Monticello?

Monticello in December has an average high-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monticello?

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

How much does it rain in Monticello in December?

In Monticello, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Monticello?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Monticello?

In Monticello, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monticello?

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

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

The average day length in December in Monticello, Minnesota, is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Monticello?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monticello have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Monticello?

In Monticello, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Monticello, MN

Average temperature in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monticello, MN

Average pressure in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Monticello, MN

Average wind speed in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monticello, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monticello, MN

Average rainfall in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monticello, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monticello, MN

Average snowfall in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monticello, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 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
Monticello, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monticello, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monticello, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monticello, MN

Average UV index in December - Monticello, 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
Monticello, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Monticello, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Monticello, MN

Average visibility in December - Monticello, 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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