December weather forecast
Ramona, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ramona, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ramona, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ramona. In Ramona, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Ramona, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ramona, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ramona, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ramona, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ramona have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ramona, SD

Average temperature in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ramona, SD

Average pressure in December - Ramona, 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
Ramona, SD

Average wind speed in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ramona, SD

Average humidity in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Ramona, SD

Average rainfall in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Ramona, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ramona, SD

Average snowfall in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ramona, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ramona, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ramona, SD

Average UV index in December - Ramona, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ramona, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Ramona, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ramona, SD

Average visibility in December - Ramona, 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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