December weather forecast
Bloomington, MN

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Weather in December

December brings the wintery charm back to Bloomington. The landscapes get shrouded in snow, creating a magical, postcard-like setting, while indoor activities become more frequent. With the highest relative humidity and a low pressure of 30.11" (765mm), it becomes the coldest month of the year. The mercury dips between a cool 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and a high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) making heavy jackets and warm gloves a necessity.

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In December, Bloomington's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Bloomington, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Bloomington, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.8 rainfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bloomington, Minnesota, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 22.17" (563mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:31 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bloomington, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Bloomington in December has an average high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bloomington, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bloomington, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bloomington, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Bloomington, MN

Average temperature in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bloomington, MN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bloomington, MN

Average wind speed in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bloomington, MN

Average humidity in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bloomington, MN

Average rainfall in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Bloomington, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bloomington, MN

Average snowfall in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bloomington, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bloomington, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bloomington, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bloomington, MN

Average UV index in December - Bloomington, 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
Bloomington, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bloomington, MN

Average visibility in December - Bloomington, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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