December weather forecast
North Eagle Butte, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Eagle Butte, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.2°F (-8.8°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, North Eagle Butte sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). Nighttime temperature in North Eagle Butte lowers to an average of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In North Eagle Butte, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Eagle Butte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in North Eagle Butte are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Eagle Butte, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in North Eagle Butte. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in North Eagle Butte?

The average high-temperature, in December, in North Eagle Butte, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Eagle Butte?

In North Eagle Butte, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in North Eagle Butte?

In North Eagle Butte, South Dakota, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in North Eagle Butte?

In North Eagle Butte, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Eagle Butte?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in North Eagle Butte?

In December, the average day length in North Eagle Butte is 8h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in North Eagle Butte?

On the first day of December in North Eagle Butte, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:13 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Eagle Butte have in December?

In North Eagle Butte, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Eagle Butte?

The months with the lowest UV index in North Eagle Butte, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in North Eagle Butte?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Eagle Butte is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average temperature in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average pressure in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average wind speed in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average humidity in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

Average rainfall in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average rainfall in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average rainfall days in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average snowfall in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average snowfall days in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Eagle Butte, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average sunshine days in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average UV index in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average cloud cover in December - North Eagle Butte, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
North Eagle Butte, SD

Average visibility in December - North Eagle Butte, 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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