December weather forecast
Brentford, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brentford, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and max 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). An average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Brentford, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Brentford, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brentford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brentford, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Brentford, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Brentford is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Brentford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Brentford, SD

Average temperature in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°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 (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°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 (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Brentford, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Brentford, SD

Average wind speed in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Brentford, SD

Average humidity in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Brentford, SD

Average rainfall in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Brentford, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brentford, SD

Average snowfall in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brentford, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brentford, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brentford, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Brentford, SD

Average UV index in December - Brentford, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Brentford, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Brentford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Brentford, SD

Average visibility in December - Brentford, 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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