December weather forecast
Stratford, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Stratford, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Stratford's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at an extreme cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stratford, South Dakota, 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 Stratford, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Stratford, 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 Stratford is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Stratford is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stratford, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Stratford?

December temperatures in Stratford vary between a high-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stratford?

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

How much does it rain in Stratford in December?

In Stratford, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Stratford?

In Stratford, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stratford?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stratford, South Dakota.

How many hours of daylight does Stratford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Stratford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stratford, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stratford?

In Stratford, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Stratford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stratford is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Stratford, SD

Average temperature in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average pressure in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average wind speed in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average humidity in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average rainfall in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average snowfall in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average UV index in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Stratford, 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
Stratford, SD

Average visibility in December - Stratford, 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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