December weather forecast
Montrose, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Montrose, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and an average high of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

A shift in Montrose's weather is noticeable as November turns into December, with the average high temperature decreasing from a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). An average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Montrose, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Montrose is December, when snow falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Montrose, Minnesota.
On the first day of December in Montrose, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Montrose, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Montrose. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Montrose in December?

The high-temperature in Montrose, Minnesota, during December is 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and the low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Montrose?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Montrose?

In Montrose, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Montrose?

The month with the most snowfall in Montrose, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 9.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Montrose?

In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montrose?

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

How many hours of daylight does Montrose have in December?

The average day length in December in Montrose is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Montrose?

On the first day of December in Montrose, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Montrose have in December?

In Montrose, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Montrose?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Montrose?

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

Average temperature in December - Montrose, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°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 (6.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Montrose, MN

Average pressure in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Montrose, MN

Average humidity in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, MN

Average rainfall in December - Montrose, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Montrose, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Montrose, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Montrose, MN

Average snowfall in December - Montrose, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Montrose, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Montrose, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Montrose, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Montrose, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Montrose, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Montrose, MN

Average UV index in December - Montrose, 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
Montrose, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Montrose, MN

Average visibility in December - Montrose, 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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