December weather forecast
Willow River, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Willow River, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and min 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). In December, Willow River records an average nighttime temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

Humidity

In Willow River, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Willow River, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Willow River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Willow River are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Willow River.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Willow River 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Willow River?

During December, Willow River experiences an average high-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 11.3°F (-11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Willow River?

In Willow River, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Willow River in December?

In December, in Willow River, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Willow River?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.9 days and accumulates 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Willow River in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.9 days. Throughout December, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Willow River?

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

How many hours of daylight does Willow River have in December?

In December, the average day length in Willow River is 8h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Willow River?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Willow River?

In Willow River, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Willow River?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Willow River?

In Willow River, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Willow River, MN

Average temperature in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Willow River, MN

Average pressure in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Willow River, MN

Average wind speed in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Willow River, MN

Average humidity in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Willow River, MN

Average rainfall in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Willow River, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Willow River, MN

Average snowfall in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Willow River, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 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
Willow River, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Willow River, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Willow River, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Willow River, MN

Average UV index in December - Willow River, 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
Willow River, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Willow River, MN

Average visibility in December - Willow River, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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