December weather forecast
Montevideo, MN

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Weather in December

Synonymous with cold and snowy winter days, December in Montevideo introduces the locals to a chilling outdoors environment. Snowfall reaches significant levels with 4.8" (122mm), rendering every corner of the city under a thick white cover. The increased cloud cover in December, coupled with shortened daylight hours, makes way for colder nights. As temperatures drop to 13.6°F (-10.2°C), outdoor activities lessen and people mostly stay indoors. As the year's closure, December’s icy weather shapes the overall character of winter in Montevideo, setting the stage for the new year to unfold.

Temperature

As Montevideo transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Montevideo records an average nighttime low-temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Montevideo is 85%.

Rainfall

In Montevideo, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.8 rainfall days, and 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Montevideo. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Montevideo, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Montevideo, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Montevideo in December?

The high-temperature in Montevideo, Minnesota, during December is 24.8°F (-4°C) and the low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Montevideo?

In December, the average relative humidity in Montevideo, Minnesota, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Montevideo in December?

In Montevideo, Minnesota, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Montevideo?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Montevideo. Snow falls for 10.9 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Montevideo in December?

In Montevideo, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montevideo?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Montevideo have in December?

In Montevideo, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Montevideo?

On the first day of December in Montevideo, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Montevideo?

In Montevideo, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Montevideo?

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

Average temperature in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°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 (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°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 (5.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Montevideo, MN

Average pressure in December - Montevideo, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Montevideo, MN

Average wind speed in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

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 (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Montevideo, MN

Average humidity in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Montevideo, MN

Average rainfall in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Montevideo, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Montevideo, MN

Average snowfall in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Montevideo, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Montevideo, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Montevideo, MN

Average UV index in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Montevideo, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Montevideo, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Montevideo, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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