December weather forecast
Midland, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Midland, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Midland records an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Midland, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Midland, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Midland, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 16.1" (409mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Midland is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Midland is 5.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Midland, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Midland in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Midland?

In Midland, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Midland?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Midland?

In Midland, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Midland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Midland have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Midland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Midland, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:16 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Midland?

The average sunshine duration in December in Midland is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Midland?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Midland, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Midland?

In Midland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Midland, SD

Average temperature in December - Midland, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Midland, SD

Average pressure in December - Midland, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Midland, SD

Average wind speed in December - Midland, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Midland, SD

Average humidity in December - Midland, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in December
Midland, SD

Average rainfall in December - Midland, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Midland, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Midland, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Midland, SD

Average snowfall in December - Midland, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Midland, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Midland, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Midland, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Midland, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Midland, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Midland, SD

Average UV index in December - Midland, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Midland, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Midland, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Midland, SD

Average visibility in December - Midland, 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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