December weather forecast
Bon Homme Colony, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C) and an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Bon Homme Colony's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Throughout December, Bon Homme Colony registers a consistent average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bon Homme Colony is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Bon Homme Colony, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bon Homme Colony, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bon Homme Colony?

Bon Homme Colony in December has an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bon Homme Colony?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bon Homme Colony is 82%.

How much does it rain in Bon Homme Colony in December?

In Bon Homme Colony, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Bon Homme Colony?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Bon Homme Colony in December?

In Bon Homme Colony, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bon Homme Colony?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bon Homme Colony?

The average day length in December in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bon Homme Colony?

On the first day of December in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bon Homme Colony?

In Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Bon Homme Colony?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bon Homme Colony, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average temperature in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average pressure in December - Bon Homme Colony, 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
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average wind speed in December - Bon Homme Colony, 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 (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average humidity in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average rainfall in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average snowfall in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average UV index in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Bon Homme Colony, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Bon Homme Colony, SD

Average visibility in December - Bon Homme Colony, 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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