December weather forecastMotley, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Motley, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12°F (-11.1°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).Temperature
The shift into December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). During the month of December, Motley experiences a steady low-temperature average of 12°F (-11.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Motley is 88%.Rainfall
In Motley, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Motley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.3 days and collects up to 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Motley, Minnesota. December is the month with the most snowfall in Motley. Snow falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Motley, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Motley, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Motley are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Motley, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 22.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Motley, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Motley, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Motley, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Motley, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Motley, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Motley, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Motley, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Motley, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Motley, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).
Average UV index in December
Motley, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Motley, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 69
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Motley, MN
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
