December weather forecast
Humboldt, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Humboldt, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Humboldt, South Dakota, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Humboldt, South Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Humboldt.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Humboldt, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Humboldt, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Humboldt in December?

During December, Humboldt experiences an average high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Humboldt?

The average relative humidity in December in Humboldt is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Humboldt?

In Humboldt, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Humboldt?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Humboldt. Snow falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Humboldt in December?

In Humboldt, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Humboldt?

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 Humboldt?

The average day length in December is 9h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Humboldt?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Humboldt?

The average sunshine duration in December in Humboldt is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Humboldt?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Humboldt?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Humboldt, SD

Average temperature in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Humboldt, SD

Average pressure in December - Humboldt, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Humboldt, SD

Average wind speed in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Humboldt, SD

Average humidity in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Humboldt, SD

Average rainfall in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Humboldt, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Humboldt, SD

Average snowfall in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Humboldt, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Humboldt, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Humboldt, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Humboldt, SD

Average UV index in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Humboldt, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Humboldt, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Humboldt, SD

Average visibility in December - Humboldt, 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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