December weather forecast
Slayton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Slayton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.5°F (-9.7°C) and max 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Slayton witnesses an average temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Slayton, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Slayton, there are 113.2 rainfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Slayton, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated. In Slayton, Minnesota, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 26.69" (678mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Slayton, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Slayton, Minnesota, is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Slayton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Slayton in December?

Slayton in December has an average high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Slayton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Slayton, Minnesota, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Slayton?

In Slayton, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Slayton?

In Slayton, Minnesota, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Slayton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Slayton have in December?

The average day length in December in Slayton is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Slayton?

On the first day of December in Slayton, Minnesota, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Slayton have in December?

In Slayton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Slayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Slayton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Slayton, MN

Average temperature in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°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 (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Slayton, MN

Average pressure in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Slayton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Slayton, MN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Slayton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Slayton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Slayton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Slayton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.2 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
Slayton, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Slayton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Slayton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Slayton, MN

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Slayton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Slayton, MN

Average visibility in December - Slayton, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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