December weather forecast
Big Stone City, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Big Stone City, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 13.3°F (-10.4°C).

Temperature

As Big Stone City transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to an extreme cold 13.3°F (-10.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Big Stone City, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Big Stone City, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.9 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Big Stone City, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 13.3°F (-10.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Big Stone City, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Big Stone City, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Big Stone City is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Big Stone City is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Big Stone City, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average temperature in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average pressure in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Big Stone City, SD

Average wind speed in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average humidity in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average rainfall in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average snowfall in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average UV index in December - Big Stone City, SD
  • 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Big Stone City, 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 25).

Average visibility in December
Big Stone City, SD

Average visibility in December - Big Stone City, 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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