December weather forecast
Sinai, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sinai, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Sinai experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Sinai in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

In Sinai, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Sinai, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sinai, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sinai, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sinai, 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 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Sinai, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sinai?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sinai, records 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sinai?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sinai?

In Sinai, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sinai?

In Sinai, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sinai?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sinai, South Dakota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sinai?

In December, the average day length in Sinai, South Dakota, is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sinai?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sinai?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sinai is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Sinai?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sinai, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°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 (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sinai, SD

Average pressure in December - Sinai, 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
Sinai, SD

Average wind speed in December - Sinai, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sinai, SD

Average humidity in December - Sinai, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Sinai, SD

Average rainfall in December - Sinai, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Sinai, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Sinai, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sinai, SD

Average snowfall in December - Sinai, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sinai, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Sinai, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
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
Sinai, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Sinai, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sinai, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sinai, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sinai, SD

Average visibility in December - Sinai, 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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