December weather forecast
Hibbing, MN

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December brings with it the harshest winter conditions in Hibbing. Staying true to Minnesota's reputation, the city sees a notable increase in snowfall, totalling to 9.21" (234mm). The bitter cold sets in with the average minimum temperature dipping to a freezing 7.9°F (-13.4°C). As daylight hours hit their yearly low, the city bundles up for the long winter nights. The weather patterns of December exemplify the characteristic Minnesotan winter, ending the year with a definitive chill.

Temperature

Hibbing's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 34°F (1.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 19.4°F (-7°C). The average low-temperature of 7.9°F (-13.4°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In December, in Hibbing, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.8 rainfall days, and 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Hibbing is December, when snow falls for 20.1 days and typically aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hibbing, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hibbing, the average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 19.4°F (-7°C) and 7.9°F (-13.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hibbing, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.1 days and accumulates 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 20.1 days. Throughout December, 9.21" (234mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hibbing have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hibbing?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in December
Hibbing, MN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hibbing, MN

Average wind speed in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hibbing, MN

Average humidity in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hibbing, MN

Average rainfall in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Hibbing, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hibbing, MN

Average snowfall in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hibbing, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hibbing, 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: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hibbing, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hibbing, MN

Average UV index in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hibbing, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Hibbing, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Hibbing, MN

Average visibility in December - Hibbing, 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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