December weather forecast
Clarissa, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Clarissa, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 12°F (-11.1°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

In Clarissa, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 12°F (-11.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clarissa, in December, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.5 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and the low-temperature is 12°F (-11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clarissa?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clarissa, in December, during 1.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Clarissa, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Clarissa have in December?

The average day length in December in Clarissa is 8h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clarissa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Clarissa, MN

Average temperature in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.3°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 (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Clarissa, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Clarissa, MN

Average wind speed in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Clarissa, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Clarissa, MN

Average rainfall in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Clarissa, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clarissa, MN

Average snowfall in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clarissa, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clarissa, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Clarissa, MN

Average UV index in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Clarissa, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Clarissa, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Clarissa, MN

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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