December weather forecast
Bigfork, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Bigfork, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and min 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C). During the month of December, Bigfork's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

Humidity

In Bigfork, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17 days and accumulates 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bigfork, Minnesota.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bigfork, the average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 8.4°F (-13.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Bigfork is 91%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bigfork, in December, it is raining for 2.2 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Bigfork is December, when snow falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17 days. Throughout December, 6.02" (153mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bigfork?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bigfork have in December?

In Bigfork, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bigfork have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.2h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bigfork, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Bigfork, MN

Average temperature in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.9°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 (15.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.4°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 (0.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bigfork, MN

Average pressure in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bigfork, MN

Average wind speed in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bigfork, MN

Average humidity in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Bigfork, MN

Average rainfall in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Bigfork, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bigfork, MN

Average snowfall in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bigfork, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bigfork, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bigfork, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bigfork, MN

Average UV index in December - Bigfork, 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
Bigfork, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Bigfork, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Bigfork, MN

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

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

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