December weather forecastDalton, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Dalton, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and an average high of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).Temperature
As Dalton welcomes December, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 11.7°F (-11.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dalton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.9 days and collects up to 21.54" (547mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dalton, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 21.9°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 (16.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Dalton, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dalton, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).
Average humidity in December
Dalton, MN
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).
Average rainfall in December
Dalton, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Dalton, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dalton, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 5.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dalton, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dalton, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dalton, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Dalton, 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
Dalton, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Dalton, MN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
