December weather forecast
Rice, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rice, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) and an average high of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

As Rice, Minnesota, steps into December, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) of November to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). Rice reports an average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Rice, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Rice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Rice. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rice is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rice, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rice, Minnesota, is 3.2h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rice in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rice, records 23°F (-5°C), while the low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rice?

The average relative humidity in December in Rice, Minnesota, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rice?

In Rice, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Rice?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Rice, Minnesota. Snow falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Rice in December?

In Rice, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rice?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Rice?

In Rice, the average day length in December is 8h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rice?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rice?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rice, Minnesota, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rice?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rice?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rice, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rice, MN

Average temperature in December - Rice, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 23°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°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 (4.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rice, MN

Average pressure in December - Rice, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rice, MN

Average wind speed in December - Rice, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rice, MN

Average humidity in December - Rice, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rice, MN

Average rainfall in December - Rice, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rice, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Rice, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rice, MN

Average snowfall in December - Rice, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rice, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Rice, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 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
Rice, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rice, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rice, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Rice, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rice, MN

Average UV index in December - Rice, 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
Rice, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Rice, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Rice, MN

Average visibility in December - Rice, 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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