December weather forecast
Hill City, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hill City, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.3°F (-12.6°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

Hill City's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Hill City in December experiences a low-temperature average of 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Hill City, during December, the rain falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Hill City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hill City are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hill City is December, when snow falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hill City?

In December, in Hill City, the average high-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.3°F (-12.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hill City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hill City, Minnesota, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Hill City in December?

In Hill City, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 2.6 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hill City?

The month with the most snowfall in Hill City, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Hill City?

In Hill City, in December, snow falls for 19.9 days, with typically accumulated 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hill City?

The month with the shortest days in Hill City is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hill City?

In Hill City, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hill City?

On the first day of December in Hill City, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hill City?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hill City is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hill City?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hill City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hill City, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hill City, MN

Average temperature in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hill City, MN

Average pressure in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hill City, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hill City, MN

Average humidity in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hill City, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Hill City, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hill City, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hill City, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hill City, MN

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hill City, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hill City, MN

Average UV index in December - Hill City, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hill City, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hill City, MN

Average visibility in December - Hill City, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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