December weather forecast
Interior, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Interior, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

Interior's December weather is characterized by a distinct downswing in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Interior records an average nighttime low of 18°F (-7.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In Interior, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Interior, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Interior, South Dakota, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Interior, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 snowfall days, and 16.1" (409mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Interior.
On the first day of December in Interior, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Interior. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Interior in December?

In Interior, 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 18°F (-7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Interior?

In December, the average relative humidity in Interior, South Dakota, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Interior in December?

In Interior, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Interior?

In Interior, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Interior?

The month with the shortest days in Interior is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Interior is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Interior?

On the first day of December in Interior, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:20 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Interior have in December?

In Interior, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Interior?

In Interior, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Interior, SD

Average temperature in December - Interior, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Interior, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Interior, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Interior, SD

Average humidity in December - Interior, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Interior, SD

Average rainfall in December - Interior, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Interior, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Interior, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Interior, SD

Average snowfall in December - Interior, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Interior, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Interior, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Interior, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Interior, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Interior, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Interior, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Interior, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Interior, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Interior, SD

Average visibility in December - Interior, 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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