December weather forecast
Bentley, ND

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Bentley, North Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Bentley's average low-temperature is measured at a still freezing cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Bentley, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bentley, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bentley, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Bentley, North Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular 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. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bentley, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bentley is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bentley, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bentley, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bentley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bentley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bentley, ND

Average temperature in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bentley, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bentley, ND

Average sunshine days in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Bentley, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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