December weather forecast
Ferney, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ferney, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an extreme cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ferney, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ferney, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ferney. In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ferney, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ferney.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Ferney, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ferney in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ferney, is 25°F (-3.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ferney?

The average relative humidity in December in Ferney, South Dakota, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ferney?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Ferney?

In December, in Ferney, South Dakota, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ferney?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ferney have in December?

In Ferney, the average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ferney?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ferney have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ferney?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ferney is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Ferney, SD

Average temperature in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average pressure in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average wind speed in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average humidity in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average rainfall in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average snowfall in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average UV index in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Ferney, 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
Ferney, SD

Average visibility in December - Ferney, 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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