December weather forecast
New Underwood, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Underwood, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In New Underwood, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Underwood, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In New Underwood, in December, during 8.1 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Underwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 32.5°F (0.3°C) and lows at 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is it in December?

During December, New Underwood experiences an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Underwood, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:23 pm MST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in New Underwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Underwood, SD

Average temperature in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
New Underwood, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Underwood, SD

Average wind speed in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
New Underwood, SD

Average humidity in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in December
New Underwood, SD

Average rainfall in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
New Underwood, SD

Average rainfall days in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Underwood, SD

Average snowfall in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Underwood, SD

Average snowfall days in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Underwood, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Underwood, SD

Average sunshine days in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
New Underwood, SD

Average UV index in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Underwood, SD

Average cloud cover in December - New Underwood, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
New Underwood, SD

Average visibility in December - New Underwood, 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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