December weather forecast
Strandburg, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Strandburg, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and an average high of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December signals a considerable drop in Strandburg's average high-temperature, reducing from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a frigid cold 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

In Strandburg, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Strandburg, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Strandburg, there are 115.2 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:55 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Strandburg, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Strandburg, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Strandburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Strandburg, SD

Average temperature in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Strandburg, SD

Average pressure in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Strandburg, SD

Average wind speed in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Strandburg, SD

Average humidity in December - Strandburg, 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 (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Strandburg, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Strandburg, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Strandburg, SD

Average snowfall in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Strandburg, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Strandburg, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Strandburg, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Strandburg, SD

Average UV index in December - Strandburg, 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
Strandburg, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Strandburg, SD

Average visibility in December - Strandburg, 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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