December weather forecast
Hurley, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hurley, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 16.3°F (-8.7°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

In Hurley, the onset of December is marked by a decreased average high-temperature, declining from November's frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Hurley records an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hurley, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Hurley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hurley, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Hurley, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Hurley, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hurley?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hurley have in December?

In Hurley, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hurley have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hurley, SD

Average temperature in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hurley, SD

Average pressure in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hurley, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hurley, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Hurley, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Hurley, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hurley, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hurley, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hurley, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hurley, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hurley, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Hurley, SD

Average visibility in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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