December weather forecast
Claremont, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Claremont, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). During December, Claremont experiences an average low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In Claremont, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.4 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Claremont, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Claremont, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.7 days and aggregates up to 22.17" (563mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Claremont experiences an average high-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and a low-temperature of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Claremont?

In Claremont, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Claremont, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Claremont is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Claremont, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
Claremont, MN

Average temperature in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Claremont, MN

Average pressure in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Claremont, MN

Average wind speed in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Claremont, MN

Average humidity in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Claremont, MN

Average rainfall in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Claremont, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Claremont, MN

Average snowfall in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Claremont, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Claremont, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Claremont, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Claremont, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Claremont, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Claremont, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Claremont, MN

Average visibility in December - Claremont, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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