December weather forecastNew Ulm, MN
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in New Ulm, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).Temperature
December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In New Ulm, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in New Ulm, there are 96.2 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In New Ulm, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.3 snowfall days, and 8.31" (211mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in New Ulm is 3.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.5°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 (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).
Average pressure in December
New Ulm, 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).
Average wind speed in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").
Average rainfall days in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 1.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 54min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).
Average UV index in December
New Ulm, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
New Ulm, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).
