December weather forecastBethel, MN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Bethel, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).Temperature
December is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In December, Bethel's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) during the night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Bethel, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Bethel is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Bethel, MN
- Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Bethel, MN
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Bethel, MN
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Bethel, MN
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Bethel, MN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Bethel, MN
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Bethel, MN
- Average snowfall in December: 5.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Bethel, MN
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bethel, MN
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Bethel, MN
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Bethel, 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
Bethel, MN
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Bethel, 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).
