December weather forecast
Armour, SD

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Weather in December

With the arrival of December, Armour firmly descends into winter mode. The weather turns colder turning the city into a winter wonderland. Traces of snow become more frequent, lending the city a distinctive holiday charm. As the temperatures plummet, the number of cozy evenings in front of the fireplace rise. Simultaneously, a festive buzz overcomes the city, aided, no doubt, by the soft thud of snowflakes on rooftops.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature in Armour decreases considerably from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Armour falls to an average of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Armour is 81%.

Rainfall

In Armour, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Armour, South Dakota, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Armour. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Armour, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Armour.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Armour?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Armour?

The average relative humidity in December in Armour is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Armour?

In December, in Armour, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Armour?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Armour?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Armour have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Armour?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Armour have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Armour?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Armour, South Dakota.

How high is the UV index in December in Armour?

In Armour, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Armour, SD

Average temperature in December - Armour, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Armour, SD

Average pressure in December - Armour, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Armour, SD

Average wind speed in December - Armour, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Armour, SD

Average humidity in December - Armour, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Armour, SD

Average rainfall in December - Armour, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Armour, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Armour, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Armour, SD

Average snowfall in December - Armour, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Armour, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Armour, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Armour, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Armour, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Armour, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Armour, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Armour, SD

Average UV index in December - Armour, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Armour, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Armour, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Armour, SD

Average visibility in December - Armour, SD
  • 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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