December weather forecast
Lesterville, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lesterville, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lesterville experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Lesterville witnesses an average temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lesterville, South Dakota, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lesterville, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lesterville, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lesterville, South Dakota, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Lesterville is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lesterville, South Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lesterville in December?

During December, Lesterville experiences an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lesterville?

The average relative humidity in December in Lesterville is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lesterville?

In December, in Lesterville, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Lesterville?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Lesterville?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lesterville?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lesterville, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lesterville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Lesterville is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lesterville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lesterville have in December?

In Lesterville, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lesterville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lesterville, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lesterville, SD

Average temperature in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°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 (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lesterville, SD

Average pressure in December - Lesterville, 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
Lesterville, SD

Average wind speed in December - Lesterville, 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 (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Lesterville, SD

Average humidity in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Lesterville, SD

Average rainfall in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Lesterville, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lesterville, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lesterville, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lesterville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lesterville, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lesterville, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lesterville, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Lesterville, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Lesterville, SD

Average visibility in December - Lesterville, 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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