December weather forecast
Sherman, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sherman, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

As Sherman transitions into December, a marked decrease in the average high-temperature is observed, dropping from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sherman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sherman, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.6 snowfall days, and 19.49" (495mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sherman, is 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sherman, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sherman have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Sherman, SD

Average temperature in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Sherman, SD

Average pressure in December - Sherman, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sherman, SD

Average wind speed in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sherman, SD

Average humidity in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Sherman, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Sherman, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sherman, SD

Average snowfall in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sherman, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sherman, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sherman, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Sherman, SD

Average UV index in December - Sherman, 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
Sherman, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Sherman, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Sherman, SD

Average visibility in December - Sherman, 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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