December weather forecast
Aitkin, MN

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Weather in December

Capping off the year, December in Aitkin fully embraces winter. The high temperature settles at a chilly 22.1°F (-5.5°C) as snowfall elevates to the highest yearly level at 6.18" (157mm). The days are shortest in December, further intensifying the dark, quiet beauty of winter. Muted daylight and fall of fresh snow combine to create an enchanting winter scene, concluding the weather saga of Aitkin.

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36°F (2.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C). Throughout December, Aitkin registers a consistent average low-temperature of 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Aitkin is 89%.

Rainfall

In Aitkin, in December, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Aitkin, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Aitkin, Minnesota. The month with the most snowfall in Aitkin is December, when snow falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Aitkin.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Aitkin, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Aitkin?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Aitkin, is 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 10.6°F (-11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Aitkin?

The average relative humidity in December in Aitkin is 89%.

How much does it rain in Aitkin in December?

In Aitkin, during December, the rain falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Aitkin?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Aitkin, Minnesota. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Aitkin in December?

In Aitkin, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 6.18" (157mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Aitkin?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Aitkin, Minnesota.

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

In December, the average day length in Aitkin, Minnesota, is 8h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Aitkin?

On the first day of December in Aitkin, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Aitkin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Aitkin is 2.7h.

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

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 Aitkin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Aitkin is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Aitkin, MN

Average temperature in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.1°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 (17.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Aitkin, MN

Average pressure in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Aitkin, MN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Aitkin, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Aitkin, MN

Average rainfall in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Aitkin, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Aitkin, MN

Average snowfall in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Aitkin, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 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
Aitkin, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aitkin, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Aitkin, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Aitkin, MN

Average UV index in December - Aitkin, 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
Aitkin, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Aitkin, MN

Average visibility in December - Aitkin, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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