December weather forecast
Burke, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Burke, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Burke in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Burke is 79%.

Rainfall

In Burke, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Burke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Burke. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Burke, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Burke, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Burke is 5.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Burke?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Burke, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burke?

In Burke, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Burke?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Burke?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Burke. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Burke in December?

In Burke, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burke?

December has the shortest days of the year in Burke, South Dakota, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Burke?

The average day length in December in Burke, South Dakota, is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Burke?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Burke?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Burke, South Dakota, is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Burke?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Burke?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Burke, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Burke, SD

Average temperature in December - Burke, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Burke, SD

Average pressure in December - Burke, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burke, SD

Average wind speed in December - Burke, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Burke, SD

Average humidity in December - Burke, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Burke, SD

Average rainfall in December - Burke, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Burke, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Burke, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burke, SD

Average snowfall in December - Burke, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burke, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Burke, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burke, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burke, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Burke, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Burke, SD

Average UV index in December - Burke, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Burke, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Burke, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Burke, SD

Average visibility in December - Burke, 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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