December weather forecast
Western, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Western, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). During December, Western experiences an average low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Western, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Western, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.9 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Western.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Western is 3.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Western in December?

In Western, in December, the average high-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Western?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Western?

In Western, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Western?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Western, Minnesota. Snow falls for 15.7 days and accumulates 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Western?

In December, in Western, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Western?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Western, Minnesota.

How many hours of daylight does Western have in December?

In Western, the average day length in December is 8h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Western?

On the first day of December in Western, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Western have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Western, Minnesota, is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Western?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Western?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Western, MN

Average temperature in December - Western, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Western, MN

Average pressure in December - Western, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Western, MN

Average wind speed in December - Western, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Western, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Western, MN

Average rainfall in December - Western, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Western, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Western, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Western, MN

Average snowfall in December - Western, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Western, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Western, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 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
Western, MN

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Western, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Western, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Western, MN

Average UV index in December - Western, 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
Western, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Western, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Western, MN

Average visibility in December - Western, 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, February, March and December (5mi).

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