December weather forecast
Meckling, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meckling, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

Meckling's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Meckling witnesses an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Meckling, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Meckling, South Dakota. In Meckling, South Dakota, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meckling, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Meckling is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In Meckling, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Meckling in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Meckling, records 30°F (-1.1°C), while the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Meckling?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Meckling?

In Meckling, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Meckling in December?

In Meckling, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Meckling?

The month with the shortest days in Meckling is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Meckling?

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Meckling?

On the first day of December in Meckling, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meckling have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Meckling is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Meckling?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Meckling is 2. A UV Index 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
Meckling, SD

Average temperature in December - Meckling, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°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
Meckling, SD

Average pressure in December - Meckling, 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
Meckling, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Meckling, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Meckling, SD

Average rainfall in December - Meckling, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Meckling, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Meckling, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meckling, SD

Average snowfall in December - Meckling, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meckling, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Meckling, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meckling, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meckling, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Meckling, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Meckling, SD

Average UV index in December - Meckling, 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
Meckling, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Meckling, SD

Average visibility in December - Meckling, 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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