December weather forecast
Richwood, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Richwood, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and an average high of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

As Richwood transitions into December, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Richwood, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.9 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richwood, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Richwood, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Richwood, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Richwood, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Richwood in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Richwood, Minnesota, are 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 9.3°F (-12.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Richwood?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richwood?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Richwood?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Richwood. Snow falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Richwood?

In Richwood, in December, snow falls for 19.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richwood?

The month with the shortest days in Richwood, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Richwood have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richwood, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Richwood, Minnesota, is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Richwood, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richwood, MN

Average temperature in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richwood, MN

Average pressure in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Richwood, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richwood, MN

Average humidity in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richwood, MN

Average rainfall in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richwood, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richwood, MN

Average snowfall in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richwood, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richwood, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Richwood, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richwood, MN

Average UV index in December - Richwood, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Richwood, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Richwood, MN

Average visibility in December - Richwood, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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