December weather forecast
Thunder Hawk, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In Thunder Hawk, an average nighttime temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thunder Hawk, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota. In Thunder Hawk, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thunder Hawk, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Thunder Hawk, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Thunder Hawk?

The high-temperature, in December, in Thunder Hawk, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Thunder Hawk?

In Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Thunder Hawk in December?

In Thunder Hawk, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thunder Hawk in December?

In Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thunder Hawk?

The month with the shortest days in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Thunder Hawk?

The average day length in December in Thunder Hawk is 8h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Thunder Hawk?

On the first day of December in Thunder Hawk, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:13 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thunder Hawk have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thunder Hawk?

The month with the lowest UV index in Thunder Hawk is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Thunder Hawk?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Thunder Hawk, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average temperature in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average wind speed in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average humidity in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average rainfall in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average snowfall in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average UV index in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Thunder Hawk, SD

Average visibility in December - Thunder Hawk, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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