December weather forecastRussell, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Russell, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Temperature
Russell's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During December, Russell's temperature averages to a still freezing cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C) at night.Humidity
In Russell, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Russell, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Russell, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Russell, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Russell, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.5°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 (7.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Russell, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Russell, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Russell, MN
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Russell, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Russell, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Russell, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Russell, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Russell, 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: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Russell, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Russell, 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
Russell, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Russell, MN
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
