December weather forecast
Bemidji, MN

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

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 9.5°F (-12.5°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bemidji are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 9.5°F (-12.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Bemidji?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.7 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.7 days. Throughout December, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bemidji have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average pressure in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average wind speed in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average humidity in December
Bemidji, MN

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%).

Average rainfall in December
Bemidji, MN

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").

Average rainfall days in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average snowfall in December
Bemidji, MN

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").

Average snowfall days in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

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

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).

Average sunshine days in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average UV index in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average cloud cover in December
Bemidji, MN

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).

Average visibility in December
Bemidji, MN

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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