December weather forecast
Fruitdale, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fruitdale, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) at the peak and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) at the base.

Humidity

In Fruitdale, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Fruitdale, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fruitdale, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fruitdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fruitdale, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Fruitdale, the average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fruitdale. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Fruitdale?

In Fruitdale, South Dakota, the average lowest temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low of 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

How cold is it in Fruitdale in December?

In Fruitdale, 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fruitdale?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fruitdale is 78%.

How much does it rain in Fruitdale in December?

In December, in Fruitdale, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fruitdale in December?

In December, in Fruitdale, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fruitdale?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fruitdale, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Fruitdale, South Dakota, is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fruitdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:24 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fruitdale have in December?

In Fruitdale, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fruitdale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fruitdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fruitdale, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average temperature in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fruitdale, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fruitdale, SD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average humidity in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Fruitdale, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average UV index in December - Fruitdale, 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
Fruitdale, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Fruitdale, SD

Average visibility in December - Fruitdale, 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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