December weather forecast
Hutchinson, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hutchinson, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

As Hutchinson transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). An average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hutchinson, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Hutchinson, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hutchinson, in December, during 12.3 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Hutchinson is 8h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hutchinson, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Hutchinson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average temperature in December - Hutchinson, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°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: 14.2°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average pressure in December - Hutchinson, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hutchinson, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hutchinson, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Hutchinson, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Hutchinson, MN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hutchinson, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hutchinson, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hutchinson, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hutchinson, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average UV index in December - Hutchinson, 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
Hutchinson, MN

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

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

Average visibility in December
Hutchinson, MN

Average visibility in December - Hutchinson, 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 months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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