December weather forecast
Clinton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clinton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.3°F (-10.4°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). December in Clinton is noted for a mean low-temperature of 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Clinton is 85%.

Rainfall

In Clinton, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.9 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Clinton are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Clinton is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Clinton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Clinton?

In December, in Clinton, the average high-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.3°F (-10.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clinton?

In Clinton, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Clinton?

In December, in Clinton, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Clinton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Clinton in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clinton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Clinton have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Clinton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Clinton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Clinton is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Clinton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Clinton, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clinton, MN

Average temperature in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.3°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 (5.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Clinton, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clinton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Clinton, MN

Average humidity in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Clinton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clinton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Clinton, MN

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

Average cloud cover in December
Clinton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Clinton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Clinton, MN

Average visibility in December - Clinton, 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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