December weather forecast
Aitkin, MN

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Weather in December

Capping off the year, December in Aitkin fully embraces winter. The high temperature settles at a chilly 22.1°F (-5.5°C) as snowfall elevates to the highest yearly level at 6.18" (157mm). The days are shortest in December, further intensifying the dark, quiet beauty of winter. Muted daylight and fall of fresh snow combine to create an enchanting winter scene, concluding the weather saga of Aitkin.

Temperature

As December arrives, Aitkin's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's icy 36°F (2.2°C) to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). Throughout the December nights, Aitkin encounters a low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Aitkin, in December, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Aitkin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Aitkin, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Aitkin, in December, the average high-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Aitkin, in December, during 2.4 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Aitkin, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Aitkin have in December?

In Aitkin, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Aitkin, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Aitkin, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Aitkin, MN

Average wind speed in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Aitkin, MN

Average humidity in December - Aitkin, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Aitkin, MN

Average rainfall in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Aitkin, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Aitkin, MN

Average snowfall in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Aitkin, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Aitkin, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Aitkin, MN

Average UV index in December - Aitkin, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Aitkin, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Aitkin, MN

Average visibility in December - Aitkin, 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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