December weather forecast
Onida, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Onida, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and max 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). Nighttime temperature in Onida lowers to an average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In Onida, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Onida, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Onida, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Onida is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Onida in December?

In December, in Onida, the average high-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Onida?

The average relative humidity in December in Onida is 84%.

How much does it rain in Onida in December?

In Onida, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Onida in December?

In December, in Onida, South Dakota, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Onida?

December has the shortest days of the year in Onida, South Dakota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Onida have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Onida?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Onida?

The average sunshine duration in December in Onida, South Dakota, is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Onida?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Onida, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Onida, SD

Average temperature in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average pressure in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average wind speed in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average humidity in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average rainfall in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average snowfall in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Onida, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • 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
Onida, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average UV index in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Onida, 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
Onida, SD

Average visibility in December - Onida, 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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