December weather forecast
Camp Crook, SD

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Weather in December

Finally, December ushers in winter at Camp Crook, with temperatures oscillating between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C). Frosty mornings and snowy evenings become the norm, marking this as one of the coldest months. Snowfall increases to reach 2.76" (70mm) with longer snowy days, a testament to winter's strong grip on the city. As residents wrap themselves in the warmth of their homes, the atmosphere takes on a distinct serenity. Despite the harshness of the cold, the town embraces the picturesque winter landscape, rounding off the climatic year on a visually spectacular note.

Temperature

A shift in Camp Crook's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In Camp Crook, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Camp Crook, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Camp Crook, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Camp Crook, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.2 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Camp Crook are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double 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 Camp Crook?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Camp Crook, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Camp Crook?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Camp Crook in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Camp Crook?

In Camp Crook, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Camp Crook?

December has the shortest days of the year in Camp Crook, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Camp Crook?

In December, the average day length in Camp Crook is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Camp Crook?

On the first day of December in Camp Crook, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Camp Crook?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Camp Crook?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Camp Crook?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Camp Crook, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average temperature in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average pressure in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average wind speed in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average humidity in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average rainfall in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average snowfall in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Camp Crook, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average UV index in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Camp Crook, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Camp Crook, SD

Average visibility in December - Camp Crook, 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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