December weather forecast
Bird Island, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bird Island, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

December brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

In Bird Island, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Bird Island, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Bird Island, 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average high-temperature and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Bird Island?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bird Island, in December, during 12.4 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What are the months 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 Bird Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bird Island, MN

Average temperature in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bird Island, MN

Average pressure in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bird Island, MN

Average wind speed in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bird Island, MN

Average humidity in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Bird Island, MN

Average rainfall in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Bird Island, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bird Island, MN

Average snowfall in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bird Island, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bird Island, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bird Island, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bird Island, MN

Average UV index in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Bird Island, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bird Island, MN

Average visibility in December - Bird Island, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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