December weather forecast
Parkston, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Parkston, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Parkston sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). During December, Parkston's temperature averages to 17.1°F (-8.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Parkston, in December, the average high-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Parkston, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Parkston, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parkston?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Parkston?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parkston have in December?

In Parkston, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Parkston, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Parkston, SD

Average temperature in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Parkston, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Parkston, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Parkston, SD

Average humidity in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Parkston, SD

Average rainfall in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Parkston, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Parkston, SD

Average snowfall in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Parkston, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parkston, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Parkston, SD

Average UV index in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Parkston, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Parkston, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Parkston, SD

Average visibility in December - Parkston, 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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