December weather forecast
Butterfield, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Butterfield, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Butterfield sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). During December, Butterfield observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Butterfield is 86%.

Rainfall

In Butterfield, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.8 rainfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Butterfield, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Butterfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Butterfield, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Butterfield, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

In Butterfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Butterfield?

During December, Butterfield experiences an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Butterfield?

In Butterfield, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Butterfield?

In Butterfield, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Butterfield?

In Butterfield, Minnesota, in December, during 10.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Butterfield?

December has the shortest days of the year in Butterfield, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Butterfield is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Butterfield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Butterfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Butterfield, Minnesota, is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Butterfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Butterfield, Minnesota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Butterfield, MN

Average temperature in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Butterfield, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Butterfield, MN

Average wind speed in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Butterfield, MN

Average humidity in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Butterfield, MN

Average rainfall in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Butterfield, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Butterfield, MN

Average snowfall in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Butterfield, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Butterfield, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Butterfield, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Butterfield, MN

Average UV index in December - Butterfield, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Butterfield, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Butterfield, 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 September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Butterfield, MN

Average visibility in December - Butterfield, 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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