December weather forecast
New Effington, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in New Effington, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and min 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C). December brings New Effington a consistent average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Humidity

In New Effington, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In New Effington, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.9 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in New Effington is December, when snow falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New Effington, is 23.5°F (-4.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.6°F (-10.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Effington?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In New Effington, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in New Effington in December?

In New Effington, during December, snow falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in New Effington?

The average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Effington have in December?

In New Effington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in New Effington, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
New Effington, SD

Average temperature in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
New Effington, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Effington, SD

Average wind speed in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
New Effington, SD

Average humidity in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).

Average rainfall in December
New Effington, SD

Average rainfall in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
New Effington, SD

Average rainfall days in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Effington, SD

Average snowfall in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Effington, SD

Average snowfall days in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Effington, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Effington, SD

Average sunshine days in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
New Effington, SD

Average UV index in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
New Effington, SD

Average cloud cover in December - New Effington, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
New Effington, SD

Average visibility in December - New Effington, 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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