December weather forecast
Hosmer, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hosmer, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). An average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) is common in Hosmer during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Hosmer, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hosmer, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Hosmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hosmer, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hosmer, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:58 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 Hosmer, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hosmer are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hosmer in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hosmer, records 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hosmer?

In Hosmer, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hosmer?

In Hosmer, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hosmer in December?

In December, in Hosmer, South Dakota, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hosmer?

The month with the shortest days in Hosmer, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hosmer?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hosmer?

On the first day of December in Hosmer, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:58 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 Hosmer have in December?

In Hosmer, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hosmer?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hosmer, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hosmer?

In Hosmer, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hosmer, SD

Average temperature in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hosmer, SD

Average pressure in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Hosmer, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hosmer, SD

Average humidity in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Hosmer, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Hosmer, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hosmer, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hosmer, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hosmer, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hosmer, SD

Average UV index in December - Hosmer, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hosmer, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hosmer, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Hosmer, SD

Average visibility in December - Hosmer, 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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