December weather forecast
Emery, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Emery, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

As Emery transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 16°F (-8.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Emery, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Emery, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Emery, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Emery, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Emery is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Emery, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Emery is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Emery?

In Emery, 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 16°F (-8.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Emery?

In December, the average relative humidity in Emery is 83%.

How much does it rain in Emery in December?

In Emery, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Emery in December?

In Emery, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Emery?

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

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

In Emery, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 9h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Emery?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Emery, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Emery?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Emery?

In Emery, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Emery, SD

Average temperature in December - Emery, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Emery, SD

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Emery, SD

Average wind speed in December - Emery, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Emery, SD

Average humidity in December - Emery, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Emery, SD

Average rainfall in December - Emery, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Emery, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Emery, SD

Average snowfall in December - Emery, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Emery, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Emery, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Emery, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Emery, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Emery, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Emery, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Emery, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Emery, SD

Average visibility in December - Emery, 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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