December weather forecast
Herreid, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Herreid, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and max 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

As Herreid transitions into December, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Herreid, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Herreid, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Herreid, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Herreid, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Herreid, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Herreid, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Herreid, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Herreid?

In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) 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 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Herreid, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Herreid?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Herreid, SD

Average temperature in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Herreid, SD

Average pressure in December - Herreid, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Herreid, SD

Average wind speed in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Herreid, SD

Average humidity in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Herreid, SD

Average rainfall in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Herreid, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Herreid, SD

Average snowfall in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Herreid, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Herreid, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Herreid, SD

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

Average cloud cover in December
Herreid, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Herreid, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Herreid, SD

Average visibility in December - Herreid, 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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