December weather forecast
Hillsview, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hillsview, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hillsview, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

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

How much does it snow in December?

In Hillsview, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsview have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents 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
Hillsview, SD

Average temperature in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average pressure in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average humidity in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average rainfall in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsview, 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 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
Hillsview, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average UV index in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsview, 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
Hillsview, SD

Average visibility in December - Hillsview, 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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