December weather forecast
Marvin, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Marvin, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and min 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

As Marvin transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Marvin anticipates an average minimum temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Marvin, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Marvin, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Marvin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Marvin, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Marvin experiences an average high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marvin?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Marvin, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Marvin, in December, during 12.7 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Marvin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Marvin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Marvin, SD

Average temperature in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Marvin, SD

Average pressure in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marvin, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Marvin, SD

Average humidity in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Marvin, SD

Average rainfall in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Marvin, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marvin, SD

Average snowfall in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marvin, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marvin, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marvin, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Marvin, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Marvin, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Marvin, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

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 25).

Average visibility in December
Marvin, SD

Average visibility in December - Marvin, 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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