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December is a poor month in Mitchell

Climate Overview

Mitchell, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 1.4°C (35°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 4°C (38°F) at the start to -1°C (31°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 2th, averaging 3.8°C (39°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 7°C cooler with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
1°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -13°C
Rain
5 days · 33 mm
Sunshine
5.9h / day
Humidity
71% — Humid
Wind
23 km/h
Wind Direction
W (266°)
Gusts
40 km/h
Daylight
9 h
Cloud Cover
58%
Clear Sky Days
4
UV Index
2.1 — Moderate
Dew Point
-7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
8 days · 16.6 cm
Frost Days
28 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:00
Daylight 8.9h
Sunset 16:57

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 1°C (35°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

3 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -11°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -16°C
Rain
4days (17 mm) Good
Sun
6.1h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.7 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
February
Poor
Temp
1°C / -10°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -15°C
Rain
4days (17 mm) Good
Sun
7.8h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
3.5 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
March
Poor
Temp
9°C / -2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -8°C
Rain
6days (46 mm) Good
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
April
Fair
Temp
15°C / 3°C
Feels Like
11°C / -2°C
Rain
9days (76 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
3days
May
Good
Temp
22°C / 10°C
Feels Like
20°C / 8°C
Rain
12days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 18°C
Feels Like
30°C / 17°C
Rain
9days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
12.5h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
7.3 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 20°C
Rain
9days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
7.4 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
9days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 14°C
Rain
6days (68 mm) Good
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
October
Fair
Temp
17°C / 7°C
Feels Like
13°C / 3°C
Rain
7days (55 mm) Good
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 0°C
Feels Like
5°C / -5°C
Rain
4days (27 mm) Good
Sun
6.8h Fair
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
2.6 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
December
Poor
Temp
1°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -13°C
Rain
5days (33 mm) Good
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -2°C / -11°C -7°C / -16°C 4days (17 mm) Good 6.1h Fair 73% Muggy 2.7 Moderate Poor View Details
February 1°C / -10°C -4°C / -15°C 4days (17 mm) Good 7.8h Good 66% Muggy 3.5 Moderate Poor View Details
March 9°C / -2°C 5°C / -8°C 6days (46 mm) Good 8.6h Good 65% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 15°C / 3°C 11°C / -2°C 9days (76 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 62% Muggy 5.5 High Fair View Details
May 22°C / 10°C 20°C / 8°C 12days (94 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 63% Muggy 6.5 High Good View Details
June best 29°C / 18°C 30°C / 17°C 9days (91 mm) Wet 12.5h Excellent 60% Moderate 7.3 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 30°C / 20°C 32°C / 20°C 9days (85 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 66% Muggy 7.4 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 29°C / 19°C 30°C / 19°C 9days (78 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 67% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 26°C / 15°C 26°C / 14°C 6days (68 mm) Good 9.8h Good 63% Muggy 5.7 High Excellent View Details
October 17°C / 7°C 13°C / 3°C 7days (55 mm) Good 7.9h Good 61% Muggy 4 Moderate Fair View Details
November 9°C / 0°C 5°C / -5°C 4days (27 mm) Good 6.8h Fair 65% Muggy 2.6 Moderate Poor View Details
December 1°C / -7°C -3°C / -13°C 5days (33 mm) Good 5.9h Fair 71% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Mitchell, with average highs of 1°C (35°F) and around 5 rainy days. Mitchell, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 1.4°C (35°F).
Mitchell typically sees around 5 rainy days in December with 33 mm (1.3 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Mitchell during December are cold, averaging -7°C (19°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 1°C (35°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Mitchell. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Mitchell during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Mitchell gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 6 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Mitchell typically sees around 8 snow days in December with roughly 17 cm (7 in) of snowfall.

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