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

Bloomington's transition into December is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bloomington, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bloomington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.8 days and collects up to 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bloomington, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bloomington in December?

In Bloomington, 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bloomington?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bloomington?

In December, in Bloomington, Minnesota, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bloomington?

In December, in Bloomington, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bloomington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bloomington, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bloomington?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bloomington?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Bloomington?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bloomington?

In Bloomington, 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
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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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