December weather forecast
Bluffton, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Bluffton, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 11.7°F (-11.3°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C). Bluffton records an average nighttime low-temperature of 11.7°F (-11.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bluffton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.6 days and collects up to 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bluffton is 3.1h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bluffton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bluffton, records 21.4°F (-5.9°C), while the low-temperature is 11.7°F (-11.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bluffton?

The average relative humidity in December in Bluffton, Minnesota, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bluffton?

In December, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Bluffton?

The month with the most snowfall in Bluffton, Minnesota, is December, when snow falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bluffton in December?

In Bluffton, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bluffton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bluffton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Bluffton, Minnesota, is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bluffton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bluffton have in December?

In Bluffton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bluffton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bluffton?

In Bluffton, Minnesota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bluffton, MN

Average temperature in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bluffton, MN

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Bluffton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Bluffton, MN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Bluffton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Bluffton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bluffton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bluffton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bluffton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bluffton, MN

Average UV index in December - Bluffton, 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
Bluffton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Bluffton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bluffton, MN

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

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

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