December weather forecast
Twin Brooks, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Twin Brooks, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Twin Brooks dips to an average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Twin Brooks is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Twin Brooks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Twin Brooks. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Twin Brooks, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Twin Brooks is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Twin Brooks in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Twin Brooks?

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

How much does it rain in Twin Brooks in December?

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

What is the snowiest month in Twin Brooks?

The month with the most snowfall in Twin Brooks is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Twin Brooks?

In Twin Brooks, in December, during 12.7 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Twin Brooks?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Twin Brooks have in December?

The average day length in December in Twin Brooks is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Twin Brooks?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Twin Brooks, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Twin Brooks?

In Twin Brooks, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Twin Brooks?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Twin Brooks, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average temperature in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average pressure in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average wind speed in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average humidity in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average rainfall in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average snowfall in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average UV index in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Twin Brooks, 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
Twin Brooks, SD

Average visibility in December - Twin Brooks, 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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