December weather forecast
Pierpont, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pierpont, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average low of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Pierpont, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pierpont, South Dakota, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Pierpont, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Pierpont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pierpont. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Pierpont. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pierpont in December?

In Pierpont, 23.2°F (-4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pierpont?

The average relative humidity in December in Pierpont, South Dakota, is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pierpont?

In December, in Pierpont, South Dakota, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Pierpont?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Pierpont?

In Pierpont, South Dakota, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pierpont?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pierpont have in December?

In Pierpont, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pierpont?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pierpont, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pierpont have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pierpont is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pierpont?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pierpont?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pierpont, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Pierpont, SD

Average temperature in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in December
Pierpont, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pierpont, SD

Average wind speed in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Pierpont, SD

Average humidity in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Pierpont, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Pierpont, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pierpont, SD

Average snowfall in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pierpont, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pierpont, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pierpont, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Pierpont, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pierpont, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Pierpont, SD

Average visibility in December - Pierpont, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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