December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

Shallow waters and brown sandy shores with empty vessels along Lake Bemidji, Minnesota

Weather in December

Bemidji closes the year on a wintry note with December. After November's cold prelude, the city fully submerges into a frosted wonderland, heralding the quintessential winter. The dawning of December sees a drastic drop in temperature, from highs of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in November to a chilling 20.3°F (-6.5°C). December provides the bridge to January: a continuation of frigid weather, persistent snowfall, and a stark winter landscape.

Temperature

December in Bemidji indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). Bemidji, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Bemidji, in December, during 2.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bemidji, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Bemidji, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bemidji is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bemidji is 2.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bemidji?

In Bemidji, in December, the average high-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 9.5°F (-12.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bemidji?

The average relative humidity in December in Bemidji, Minnesota, is 90%.

How much does it rain in Bemidji in December?

In December, in Bemidji, Minnesota, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Bemidji?

The month with the most snowfall in Bemidji is December, when snow falls for 17.7 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bemidji in December?

In Bemidji, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 17.7 days, with typically accumulated 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bemidji?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Bemidji, Minnesota, the average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bemidji?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bemidji, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bemidji?

In Bemidji, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bemidji?

In Bemidji, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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Average high temperature

34.7°F 1.5°C

20.3°F -6.5°C

16.2°F -8.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.5mph 13.7km/h

8.1mph 13km/h

8.4mph 13.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

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14.9

14.5

14.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bemidji, MN

Average high temperature in December: 20.3°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 (16.2°F).

Average low temperature in December: 9.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bemidji, MN

Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bemidji, MN

Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bemidji, MN

Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bemidji, MN

Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bemidji, MN

Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bemidji, MN

Average snowfall in December: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bemidji, MN

Average snowfall days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bemidji, MN

Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bemidji, 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
Bemidji, MN

Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Bemidji, MN

Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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December weather forecast
Bemidji, MN

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