December weather forecast
Tolstoy, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tolstoy, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and an average high of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December signals a considerable drop in Tolstoy's average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In December, the nighttime temperature in Tolstoy lowers to an average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Tolstoy, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tolstoy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.8 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Tolstoy, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tolstoy, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 19.96" (507mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Tolstoy, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Tolstoy, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Tolstoy in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Tolstoy, South Dakota, are 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tolstoy?

The average relative humidity in December in Tolstoy is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tolstoy?

In Tolstoy, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Tolstoy in December?

In Tolstoy, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tolstoy?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Tolstoy?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tolstoy, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tolstoy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tolstoy is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tolstoy?

The months with the lowest UV index in Tolstoy, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Tolstoy?

In Tolstoy, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average temperature in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Tolstoy, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Tolstoy, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average humidity in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tolstoy, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average UV index in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Tolstoy, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

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 22).

Average visibility in December
Tolstoy, SD

Average visibility in December - Tolstoy, 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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