December weather forecast
Lower Brule, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lower Brule, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and min 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Throughout December, Lower Brule registers a consistent average low-temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Humidity

In Lower Brule, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lower Brule, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lower Brule. In Lower Brule, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lower Brule, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Lower Brule, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Lower Brule, the average high-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.9°F (-8.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lower Brule, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lower Brule, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lower Brule have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average temperature in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average pressure in December - Lower Brule, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average wind speed in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average humidity in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average rainfall in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average snowfall in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average UV index in December - Lower Brule, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Lower Brule, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Lower Brule, SD

Average visibility in December - Lower Brule, 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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