December weather forecast
Britton, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Britton, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.2°F (-11°C) and an average high of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Britton experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a wintry 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). In the month of December, Britton's average low-temperature falls to a frigid cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In Britton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Britton, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) 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 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Britton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Britton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Britton, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Britton?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Britton have in December?

In Britton, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Britton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Britton, SD

Average temperature in December - Britton, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Britton, SD

Average pressure in December - Britton, 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
Britton, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Britton, SD

Average humidity in December - Britton, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Britton, SD

Average rainfall in December - Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Britton, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Britton, SD

Average snowfall in December - Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Britton, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Britton, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Britton, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Britton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Britton, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Britton, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Britton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Britton, SD

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

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

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