December weather forecast
Clear Lake, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clear Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low of 14°F (-10°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Clear Lake sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a still freezing cold 14°F (-10°C).

Humidity

In Clear Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Clear Lake, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Clear Lake, in December, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.9 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Clear Lake, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Clear Lake, South Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Clear Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Clear Lake experiences an average high-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 14°F (-10°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Clear Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Clear Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Clear Lake in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Clear Lake have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average temperature in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average pressure in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average wind speed in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average humidity in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average rainfall in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average snowfall in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average UV index in December - Clear Lake, 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
Clear Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average visibility in December - Clear Lake, 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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