December weather forecast
Corona, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Corona, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a significant change in Corona's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Corona, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Corona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Corona, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Corona, records 24.6°F (-4.1°C), while the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Corona, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Corona have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Corona have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Corona, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Corona, SD

Average temperature in December - Corona, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°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 (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Corona, SD

Average pressure in December - Corona, 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
Corona, SD

Average wind speed in December - Corona, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Corona, SD

Average humidity in December - Corona, 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 (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Corona, SD

Average rainfall in December - Corona, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Corona, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Corona, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Corona, SD

Average snowfall in December - Corona, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Corona, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Corona, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Corona, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Corona, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Corona, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Corona, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Corona, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Corona, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Corona, SD

Average visibility in December - Corona, 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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