December weather forecast
Gettysburg, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gettysburg, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and min 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Gettysburg experiences an average nighttime temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Gettysburg, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gettysburg, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Gettysburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gettysburg, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gettysburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gettysburg, South Dakota, is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gettysburg. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gettysburg in December?

In Gettysburg, in December, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gettysburg?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gettysburg in December?

In Gettysburg, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gettysburg?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gettysburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Gettysburg is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gettysburg?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gettysburg?

In Gettysburg, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gettysburg?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gettysburg, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gettysburg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average temperature in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gettysburg, SD

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average wind speed in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average humidity in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average rainfall in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average snowfall in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gettysburg, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average UV index in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Gettysburg, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Gettysburg, SD

Average visibility in December - Gettysburg, 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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