December weather forecast
Kingsburg, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kingsburg, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and min 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

December signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In Kingsburg, an average temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In Kingsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Kingsburg, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Kingsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kingsburg, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Kingsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kingsburg, records 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kingsburg, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kingsburg, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Kingsburg, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kingsburg?

The month with the shortest days in Kingsburg is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kingsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kingsburg have in December?

In Kingsburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kingsburg is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average temperature in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average pressure in December - Kingsburg, 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
Kingsburg, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average humidity in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average rainfall in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average snowfall in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average UV index in December - Kingsburg, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Kingsburg, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Kingsburg, SD

Average visibility in December - Kingsburg, 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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