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 an average temperature varying between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Bentley experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Bentley, North Dakota, averages to a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bentley, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Bentley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bentley, North Dakota, are January through May, October through December. 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

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Bentley, 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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bentley?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bentley, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bentley?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bentley?

In Bentley, North Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bentley in December?

In Bentley, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bentley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bentley have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bentley?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Bentley?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bentley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bentley is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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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).

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Average pressure in December
Bentley, ND

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Bentley, ND

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).

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Average humidity in December
Bentley, ND

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bentley, ND

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bentley, ND

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Bentley, ND

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bentley, ND

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).

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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).

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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).

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Average UV index in December
Bentley, ND

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bentley, ND

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).

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Average visibility in December
Bentley, ND

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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