December weather forecast
Wadena, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wadena, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

Temperature

Wadena's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of December, as the average high-temperature drops from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Wadena, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Wadena, during December, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Wadena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.6 days and collects up to 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wadena, Minnesota, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Wadena, Minnesota. Snow falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wadena in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wadena, is 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wadena?

The average relative humidity in December in Wadena is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wadena?

In Wadena, in December, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Wadena?

The month with the most snowfall in Wadena, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Wadena?

In December, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wadena?

The month with the shortest days in Wadena, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wadena have in December?

The average day length in December in Wadena, Minnesota, is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wadena?

On the first day of December in Wadena, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wadena have in December?

In Wadena, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wadena?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wadena?

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

Average temperature in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wadena, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wadena, MN

Average wind speed in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wadena, MN

Average humidity in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wadena, MN

Average rainfall in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wadena, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wadena, MN

Average snowfall in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wadena, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (13.2 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
Wadena, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wadena, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wadena, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wadena, MN

Average UV index in December - Wadena, 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
Wadena, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Wadena, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Wadena, MN

Average visibility in December - Wadena, 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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