December weather forecast
Cresbard, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Cresbard, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

Cresbard's transition into December is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). The temperature in Cresbard dips to an average of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cresbard is 85%.

Rainfall

In Cresbard, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cresbard, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In Cresbard, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cresbard in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cresbard, is 25°F (-3.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cresbard?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Cresbard in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cresbard in December?

In Cresbard, South Dakota, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cresbard?

The month with the shortest days in Cresbard is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cresbard have in December?

In Cresbard, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cresbard?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cresbard, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cresbard?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cresbard, South Dakota, is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cresbard?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cresbard is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cresbard, SD

Average temperature in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Cresbard, SD

Average pressure in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cresbard, SD

Average wind speed in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cresbard, SD

Average humidity in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Cresbard, SD

Average rainfall in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Cresbard, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cresbard, SD

Average snowfall in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cresbard, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cresbard, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cresbard, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cresbard, SD

Average UV index in December - Cresbard, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cresbard, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Cresbard, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Cresbard, SD

Average visibility in December - Cresbard, 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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