December weather forecast
Hermosa, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hermosa, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Hermosa witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hermosa, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Hermosa, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Hermosa, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

Hermosa notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is December?

Hermosa in December has an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hermosa, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hermosa, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hermosa, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hermosa, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:25 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hermosa have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hermosa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hermosa, SD

Average temperature in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hermosa, SD

Average pressure in December - Hermosa, 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
Hermosa, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hermosa, SD

Average humidity in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in December
Hermosa, SD

Average rainfall in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hermosa, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hermosa, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hermosa, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hermosa, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Hermosa, SD

Average UV index in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hermosa, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hermosa, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Hermosa, SD

Average visibility in December - Hermosa, 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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