December weather forecast
Badger, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Badger, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and min 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

As Badger steps into December, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) of November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

In Badger, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Badger, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Badger are January through May, October through December. In Badger, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Badger, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Badger, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Badger, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Badger, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Badger have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Badger have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Badger, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Badger, SD

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Badger, SD

Average wind speed in December - Badger, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Badger, SD

Average humidity in December - Badger, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Badger, SD

Average rainfall in December - Badger, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Badger, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Badger, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Badger, SD

Average snowfall in December - Badger, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Badger, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Badger, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Badger, SD
  • 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Badger, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Badger, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Badger, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Badger, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Badger, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Badger, SD

Average visibility in December - Badger, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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