December weather forecast
Isabel, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Isabel, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). During the nights in December, Isabel experiences a consistent average temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Isabel, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Isabel, South Dakota, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Isabel, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Isabel in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Isabel, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Isabel, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Isabel in December?

In Isabel, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Isabel have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Isabel have in December?

In Isabel, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

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 hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Isabel, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Isabel, SD

Average pressure in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Isabel, SD

Average wind speed in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Isabel, SD

Average humidity in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Isabel, SD

Average rainfall in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Isabel, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Isabel, SD

Average snowfall in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Isabel, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Isabel, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Isabel, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Isabel, SD

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Isabel, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Isabel, SD

Average visibility in December - Isabel, 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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