December weather forecast
Edgemont, SD

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Weather in December

December in Edgemont is categorized by plummeting temperatures, elevated snowfall and the least amount of daylight hours. With the holiday season in full swing, the town becomes a winter wonderland. Icy conditions persist throughout the month, with infrequent bright sunny days providing a glimmer of warmth. The temperature plummets to the lowest average high of the year at 32.4°F (0.2°C). It is in this month that the picturesque town of Edgemont gets draped in a serene blanket of snow, thus bidding a chilly goodbye to the year.

Temperature

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C), is considered the coldest month in Edgemont.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Edgemont, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.8 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Edgemont, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Edgemont, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 23.19" (589mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Edgemont.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Edgemont?

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Edgemont, the average high-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Edgemont, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Edgemont have in December?

In Edgemont, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:29 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Edgemont have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Edgemont?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Edgemont?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Edgemont, SD

Average temperature in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Edgemont, SD

Average pressure in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Edgemont, SD

Average wind speed in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Edgemont, SD

Average humidity in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Edgemont, SD

Average rainfall in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Edgemont, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edgemont, SD

Average snowfall in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Edgemont, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Edgemont, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Edgemont, SD

Average UV index in December - Edgemont, 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
Edgemont, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Edgemont, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Edgemont, SD

Average visibility in December - Edgemont, 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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