December weather forecast
Cleveland, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Cleveland, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Cleveland experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Cleveland records an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Cleveland, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cleveland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Cleveland, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cleveland, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cleveland, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Cleveland, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cleveland. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Cleveland?

The average relative humidity in December in Cleveland, Minnesota, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Cleveland in December?

In Cleveland, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cleveland?

In December, in Cleveland, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cleveland?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cleveland, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cleveland have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cleveland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cleveland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cleveland?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cleveland?

In Cleveland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cleveland, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°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 (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Cleveland, MN

Average pressure in December - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, MN

Average wind speed in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Cleveland, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Cleveland, MN

Average rainfall in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Cleveland, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cleveland, MN

Average snowfall in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cleveland, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 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
Cleveland, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cleveland, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cleveland, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Cleveland, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Cleveland, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cleveland, MN

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

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

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