December weather forecast
Melrose Addition, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Melrose Addition, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25°F (-3.9°C) and an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). In December, Melrose Addition encounters an average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Melrose Addition, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Melrose Addition, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Melrose Addition, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) 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 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Melrose Addition, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
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. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Melrose Addition, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Melrose Addition, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Melrose Addition in December?

In Melrose Addition, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Melrose Addition, South Dakota.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Melrose Addition, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average temperature in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average pressure in December - Melrose Addition, 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
Melrose Addition, SD

Average wind speed in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average humidity in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average rainfall in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average snowfall in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melrose Addition, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average UV index in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Melrose Addition, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Melrose Addition, SD

Average visibility in December - Melrose Addition, 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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