December weather forecast
Afton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Afton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and max 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In Afton, the average nighttime temperature during December is a still freezing cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Afton is 89%.

Rainfall

In Afton, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Afton are January through May, October through December. In Afton, during December, snow falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Afton, there are 67.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) 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 in Afton, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Afton, Minnesota, is 3.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Afton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Afton, records 24.6°F (-4.1°C), while the low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Afton?

In Afton, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in Afton in December?

In Afton, Minnesota, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Afton?

In Afton, during December, snow falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Afton?

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 Afton?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Afton?

On the first day of December in Afton, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Afton have in December?

In Afton, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Afton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Afton?

In Afton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Afton, MN

Average temperature in December - Afton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Afton, MN

Average pressure in December - Afton, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in December
Afton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Afton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Afton, MN

Average humidity in December - Afton, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Afton, MN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Afton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Afton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Afton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Afton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Afton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Afton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Afton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Afton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Afton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Afton, MN

Average UV index in December - Afton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Afton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Afton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Afton, MN

Average visibility in December - Afton, 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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