December weather forecast
Plankinton, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plankinton, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

As Plankinton transitions into December, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Plankinton experiences a mean temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Plankinton, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plankinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Plankinton. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Plankinton experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Plankinton, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

In Plankinton, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Plankinton?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Plankinton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Plankinton, SD

Average temperature in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Plankinton, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Plankinton, SD

Average wind speed in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Plankinton, SD

Average humidity in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Plankinton, SD

Average rainfall in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Plankinton, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plankinton, SD

Average snowfall in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plankinton, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plankinton, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plankinton, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Plankinton, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Plankinton, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Plankinton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Plankinton, SD

Average visibility in December - Plankinton, 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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