December weather forecast
Delano, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Delano, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In December, Delano reports a consistent average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Delano is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Delano, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Delano, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Delano, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Delano have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Delano?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index 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
Delano, MN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Delano, MN

Average pressure in December - Delano, 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
Delano, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Delano, MN

Average humidity in December - Delano, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Delano, MN

Average rainfall in December - Delano, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Delano, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Delano, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Delano, MN

Average snowfall in December - Delano, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Delano, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Delano, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Delano, 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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Delano, MN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Delano, MN

Average UV index in December - Delano, 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
Delano, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Delano, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Delano, MN

Average visibility in December - Delano, 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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