December weather forecast
Russell, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Russell, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) is observed in Russell, Minnesota, during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Russell, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Russell, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Russell, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow. In Russell, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.2 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Russell, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Russell?

In Russell, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Russell?

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

How much does it rain in Russell in December?

In December, in Russell, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Russell in December?

In Russell, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Russell?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in December?

In Russell, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Russell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Russell, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Russell?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Russell, Minnesota, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Russell?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Russell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. 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
Russell, MN

Average temperature in December - Russell, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°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 (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°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 (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Russell, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Russell, MN

Average wind speed in December - Russell, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, April and November (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Russell, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Russell, MN

Average rainfall in December - Russell, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Russell, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Russell, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Russell, MN

Average snowfall in December - Russell, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Russell, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Russell, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Russell, MN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h 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: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Russell, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Russell, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Russell, MN

Average UV index in December - Russell, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Russell, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Russell, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Russell, MN

Average visibility in December - Russell, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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