December weather forecast
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and an average high of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

As Pleasant Vally Development steps into December, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Pleasant Vally Development experiences a steady low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pleasant Vally Development is 85%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pleasant Vally Development, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota. In Pleasant Vally Development, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pleasant Vally Development is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pleasant Vally Development?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pleasant Vally Development, records 25°F (-3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pleasant Vally Development?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Pleasant Vally Development in December?

In December, in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pleasant Vally Development in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pleasant Vally Development?

December has the shortest days of the year in Pleasant Vally Development, South Dakota, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Vally Development have in December?

In Pleasant Vally Development, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pleasant Vally Development?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Vally Development have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pleasant Vally Development is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Pleasant Vally Development?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pleasant Vally Development is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Vally Development, 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
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Vally Development, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Vally Development, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Vally Development, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Vally Development, SD

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Vally Development, 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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