December weather forecast
Iroquois, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Iroquois, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Temperature

As Iroquois transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Iroquois witnesses an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Iroquois, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Iroquois, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Iroquois, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) 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 in Iroquois, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Iroquois, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Iroquois?

In Iroquois, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Iroquois, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Iroquois have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Iroquois, SD

Average pressure in December - Iroquois, 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
Iroquois, SD

Average wind speed in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Iroquois, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Iroquois, SD

Average rainfall in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

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
Iroquois, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Iroquois, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Iroquois, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Iroquois, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Iroquois, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Iroquois, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Iroquois, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Iroquois, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Iroquois, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Iroquois, SD

Average visibility in December - Iroquois, 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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