December weather forecast
Corsica, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Corsica, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). An average low-temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) is expected in Corsica during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Corsica, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Corsica, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Corsica. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Corsica, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Corsica, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Corsica, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Corsica are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Corsica in December?

In Corsica, 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 17.1°F (-8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Corsica?

In December, the average relative humidity in Corsica, South Dakota, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Corsica?

In Corsica, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Corsica?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Corsica?

In December, in Corsica, South Dakota, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Corsica?

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

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

The average day length in December in Corsica is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Corsica?

On the first day of December in Corsica, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Corsica?

The average sunshine duration in December in Corsica is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Corsica?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Corsica?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Corsica, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Corsica, SD

Average temperature in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Corsica, SD

Average pressure in December - Corsica, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Corsica, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Corsica, SD

Average humidity in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Corsica, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Corsica, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Corsica, SD

Average snowfall in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Corsica, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Corsica, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Corsica, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Corsica, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Corsica, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Corsica, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Corsica, SD

Average visibility in December - Corsica, 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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