December weather forecast
Henry, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Henry, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

December signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from November's wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). During the month of December, Henry's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Henry is 87%.

Rainfall

In Henry, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.3 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Henry are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Henry are January and December, with an average 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Henry, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Henry is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Henry. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection 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 Henry in December?

In Henry, in December, the average high-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Henry?

In Henry, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Henry in December?

In Henry, South Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Henry?

The months with the most snowfall in Henry are January and December, with an average 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Henry in December?

In Henry, South Dakota, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Henry?

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

How many hours of daylight does Henry have in December?

In Henry, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Henry?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Henry, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Henry have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Henry is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Henry?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Henry?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Henry is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Henry, SD

Average temperature in December - Henry, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Henry, SD

Average pressure in December - Henry, 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
Henry, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Henry, SD

Average humidity in December - Henry, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Henry, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Henry, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Henry, SD

Average snowfall in December - Henry, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Henry, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Henry, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Henry, 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: 4h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Henry, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Henry, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Henry, SD

Average UV index in December - Henry, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Henry, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Henry, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Henry, SD

Average visibility in December - Henry, 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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