December weather forecast
Colman, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colman, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In Colman, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Colman, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Colman, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Colman, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colman, South Dakota, are January, November 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Colman in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Colman, South Dakota, are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colman?

In December, the average relative humidity in Colman, South Dakota, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Colman in December?

In December, in Colman, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Colman?

The month with the most snowfall in Colman is December, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Colman?

In Colman, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colman?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Colman have in December?

The average day length in December in Colman, South Dakota, is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Colman?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colman, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Colman?

In Colman, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Colman?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Colman?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Colman, 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
Colman, SD

Average temperature in December - Colman, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°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 (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Colman, SD

Average pressure in December - Colman, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Colman, SD

Average wind speed in December - Colman, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Colman, SD

Average humidity in December - Colman, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Colman, SD

Average rainfall in December - Colman, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Colman, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Colman, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colman, SD

Average snowfall in December - Colman, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colman, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Colman, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colman, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Colman, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Colman, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Colman, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Colman, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Colman, SD

Average visibility in December - Colman, 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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