December weather forecast
Benedict, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Benedict, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.2°F (-6°C) and an average low of 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Temperature

Benedict's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C). Benedict's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.9 rainfall days, and 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Benedict, the average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 21.2°F (-6°C) and the low-temperature is 10.8°F (-11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Benedict, during December, snow falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Benedict have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Benedict?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Benedict is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Benedict, MN

Average temperature in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10.8°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 (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Benedict, MN

Average pressure in December - Benedict, 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
Benedict, MN

Average wind speed in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Benedict, MN

Average humidity in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

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
Benedict, MN

Average rainfall in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Benedict, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

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

Average snowfall in December
Benedict, MN

Average snowfall in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Benedict, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Benedict, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Benedict, MN

Average UV index in December - Benedict, 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
Benedict, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Benedict, MN

Average visibility in December - Benedict, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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