Monticello weather in December (Minnesota, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Monticello in December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Monticello generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around -3°C. At night, they will likely drop to about -12°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Monticello in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 10 days days of snow.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 116 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Monticello. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Monticello climate page with graphs.

 

Monticello, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 39 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 116 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 42% *  

Data from: Minneapolis, the United States of America (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Monticello should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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