December weather forecast
Norbeck, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Norbeck, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, Norbeck's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Throughout the December nights, Norbeck encounters a low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

In Norbeck, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Norbeck, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Norbeck, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Norbeck, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Norbeck, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Norbeck, is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Norbeck, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Norbeck, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Norbeck, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Norbeck?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Norbeck, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Norbeck?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Norbeck.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Norbeck, SD

Average temperature in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°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 (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Norbeck, SD

Average pressure in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Norbeck, SD

Average wind speed in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Norbeck, SD

Average humidity in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Norbeck, SD

Average rainfall in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Norbeck, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norbeck, SD

Average snowfall in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norbeck, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norbeck, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Norbeck, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Norbeck, SD

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

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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Norbeck, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Norbeck, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Norbeck, SD

Average visibility in December - Norbeck, 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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