December weather forecast
Grenville, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Grenville, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and min 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Grenville's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Grenville records an average low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Grenville, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Grenville. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grenville, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Grenville, the average high-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 11.5°F (-11.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Grenville, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grenville have in December?

In Grenville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Grenville are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grenville, SD

Average temperature in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in December
Grenville, SD

Average pressure in December - Grenville, 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
Grenville, SD

Average wind speed in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Grenville, SD

Average humidity in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Grenville, SD

Average rainfall in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Grenville, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grenville, SD

Average snowfall in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grenville, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grenville, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grenville, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Grenville, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Grenville, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Grenville, SD

Average visibility in December - Grenville, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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