December weather forecast
Long Lake, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Long Lake, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and min 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a frigid cold 11.8°F (-11.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Long Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.3 days and collects up to 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Long Lake, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Long Lake is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Long Lake?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Long Lake, is 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 11.8°F (-11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity in Long Lake is 86%.

How much does it rain in Long Lake in December?

In Long Lake, South Dakota, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Long Lake?

The months with the most snowfall in Long Lake, South Dakota, are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Long Lake?

In December, in Long Lake, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Lake?

The month with the shortest days in Long Lake is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Long Lake?

The average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Long Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Long Lake, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Long Lake?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Long Lake?

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 Long Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Long Lake, SD

Average temperature in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Long Lake, SD

Average pressure in December - Long Lake, 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
Long Lake, SD

Average wind speed in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Long Lake, SD

Average humidity in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Long Lake, SD

Average rainfall in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Long Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Long Lake, SD

Average snowfall in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Long Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Lake, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Long Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Long Lake, SD

Average UV index in December - Long Lake, 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
Long Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Long Lake, SD

Average visibility in December - Long Lake, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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