December weather forecast
Taunton, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Taunton, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and max 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Taunton, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.5 rainfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Taunton, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 5.16" (131mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.5 snowfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Taunton is 4.1h.

UV index

In Taunton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Taunton, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Taunton?

The average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taunton, MN

Average temperature in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°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 (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Taunton, MN

Average pressure in December - Taunton, 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
Taunton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Taunton, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Taunton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Taunton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Taunton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Taunton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 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
Taunton, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taunton, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Taunton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Taunton, MN

Average UV index in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Taunton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Taunton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

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 28).

Average visibility in December
Taunton, MN

Average visibility in December - Taunton, 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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