December weather forecast
Carlton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 10.4°F (-12°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Carlton, Minnesota, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carlton, there are 120.8 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.6" (193mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carlton, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Carlton in December has an average high-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 10.4°F (-12°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 Carlton, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carlton, in December, snow falls for 17.1 days, with typically accumulated 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Carlton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Carlton, MN

Average temperature in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Carlton, MN

Average pressure in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carlton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlton, MN

Average humidity in December - Carlton, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Carlton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlton, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Carlton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Carlton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Carlton, MN

Average visibility in December - Carlton, 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 and December (4mi).

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