December weather forecast
Lebanon, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lebanon, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Throughout December nights, Lebanon registers an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lebanon, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lebanon, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lebanon is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Lebanon, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lebanon, South Dakota, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lebanon, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lebanon have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months 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 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lebanon is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lebanon, SD

Average temperature in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lebanon, SD

Average pressure in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Lebanon, SD

Average wind speed in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lebanon, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Lebanon, SD

Average rainfall in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

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
Lebanon, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lebanon, SD

Average snowfall in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lebanon, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lebanon, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lebanon, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lebanon, SD

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

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 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lebanon, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Lebanon, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Lebanon, SD

Average visibility in December - Lebanon, 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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