December weather forecast
Racine, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Racine, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 41°F (5°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C). During December, Racine witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Racine is 88%.

Rainfall

In Racine, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Racine, there are 109.7 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Racine. In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Racine, Minnesota, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Racine, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Racine is 3.7h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Racine?

In December, in Racine, the average high-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.8°F (-9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Racine?

In Racine, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Racine in December?

In December, in Racine, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Racine?

In Racine, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Racine?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Racine.

How many hours of daylight does Racine have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Racine?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Racine?

In Racine, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Racine?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Racine?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Racine, Minnesota, 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
Racine, MN

Average temperature in December - Racine, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Racine, MN

Average pressure in December - Racine, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Racine, MN

Average wind speed in December - Racine, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Racine, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Racine, MN

Average rainfall in December - Racine, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Racine, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Racine, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Racine, MN

Average snowfall in December - Racine, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Racine, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Racine, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Racine, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Racine, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Racine, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Racine, MN

Average UV index in December - Racine, 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
Racine, MN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Racine, MN

Average visibility in December - Racine, 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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