December weather forecast
Holabird, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Holabird, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). December brings Holabird a consistent average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Holabird, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Holabird, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.3 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Holabird are January through May, October through December. In Holabird, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Holabird, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 16.06" (408mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

In Holabird, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Holabird, is 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Holabird, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min 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 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Holabird?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Holabird have in December?

In Holabird, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Holabird, SD

Average temperature in December - Holabird, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Holabird, SD

Average pressure in December - Holabird, 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
Holabird, SD

Average wind speed in December - Holabird, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Holabird, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Holabird, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Holabird, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Holabird, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Holabird, SD

Average snowfall in December - Holabird, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Holabird, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Holabird, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holabird, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Holabird, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Holabird, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Holabird, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Holabird, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Holabird, SD

Average visibility in December - Holabird, 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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