December weather forecast
Utica, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Utica, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a significant change in Utica's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Utica experiences an average low-temperature reading of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Utica, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Utica experiences an average high-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Utica, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Utica, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Utica, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Utica have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Utica, SD

Average temperature in December - Utica, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°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 (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Utica, SD

Average pressure in December - Utica, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Utica, SD

Average wind speed in December - Utica, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Utica, SD

Average humidity in December - Utica, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Utica, SD

Average rainfall in December - Utica, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Utica, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Utica, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Utica, SD

Average snowfall in December - Utica, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Utica, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Utica, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Utica, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Utica, SD

Average UV index in December - Utica, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Utica, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Utica, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Utica, SD

Average visibility in December - Utica, 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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