December weather forecast
Dupree, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dupree, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Dupree reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dupree, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dupree, South Dakota, there are 99.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dupree, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dupree.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:14 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Dupree, South Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dupree in December?

In Dupree, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dupree?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dupree is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dupree?

In Dupree, South Dakota, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dupree?

In Dupree, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dupree?

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

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

In Dupree, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dupree?

On the first day of December in Dupree, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:14 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dupree have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dupree is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dupree?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dupree, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dupree?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dupree is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dupree, SD

Average temperature in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dupree, SD

Average pressure in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dupree, SD

Average wind speed in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dupree, SD

Average humidity in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Dupree, SD

Average rainfall in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Dupree, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dupree, SD

Average snowfall in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dupree, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dupree, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dupree, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dupree, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dupree, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Dupree, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Dupree, SD

Average visibility in December - Dupree, 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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