December weather forecast
Langford, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Langford, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and min 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Langford observes an average low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) during December.

Humidity

In Langford, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Langford, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Langford, South Dakota, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Langford experiences an average high-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Langford, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Langford, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Langford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Langford, SD

Average temperature in December - Langford, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in December
Langford, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Langford, SD

Average wind speed in December - Langford, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Langford, SD

Average humidity in December - Langford, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Langford, SD

Average rainfall in December - Langford, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Langford, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Langford, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Langford, SD

Average snowfall in December - Langford, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Langford, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Langford, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Langford, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Langford, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Langford, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Langford, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Langford, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Langford, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Langford, SD

Average visibility in December - Langford, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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